MOT Status
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46,254 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Yamaha VMX1200?
Based on 22,292 MOT tests across 2,219 vehicles.
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P196 OLD is a 1997 Yamaha VMX1200 in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.
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 P196 OLD, 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 P196 OLD registered?
P196 OLD is a 1997 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 10 April 1997.
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