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P189 XGJ

1997 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2010
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

41,821 mi
Last recorded41,821 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2011
Typical for 1997 Yamaha VMX120021,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP189 XGJ
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Fail 26 Mar 2011 41,821 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Jul 2009 41,498 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 41,035 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2009 41,035 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 11 Feb 2008 39,299 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 39,137 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2006 38,573 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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P189 XGJ is a 1997 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 P189 XGJ, 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 P189 XGJ registered?

P189 XGJ is a 1997 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 27 June 1997.

Is P189 XGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P189 XGJ shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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