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P171 PLX

1997 Yamaha VMX1200

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

36,301 mi
Last recorded36,301 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha VMX120021,718 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP171 PLX
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2025 36,301 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2024 35,920 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2023 35,575 miles
Pass 21 May 2022 35,171 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 May 2021 34,808 miles
Pass 3 May 2020 34,238 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 3 May 2020 34,234 miles

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Mar 2019 33,685 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2019 33,685 miles

Nearside Lower Brake pedal insecure clip missing (1.1.2 (e) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2018 32,360 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 25 Aug 2017 32,338 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2017 32,338 miles

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 26 Mar 2016 32,306 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 32,250 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 32,052 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 31,702 miles

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Pass 12 Mar 2011 30,216 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 22 Mar 2010 28,438 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha VMX1200?

Based on 22,292 MOT tests across 2,219 vehicles.

86.8%
Pass Rate
528
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
2,219
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 187
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 184
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 170
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 95
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 76
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P171 PLX is a 1997 Yamaha VMX1200 in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha VMX1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 21,718 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Yamaha VMX1200 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 187 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P171 PLX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha VMX1200 typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha VMX1200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P171 PLX registered?

P171 PLX is a 1997 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P171 PLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P171 PLX shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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