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P244 FNR

1997 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

25,506 mi
Last recorded25,506 miles
Recorded on6 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha VMX120021,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP244 FNR
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc
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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 6 May 2025 25,506 miles
Pass 7 May 2024 24,618 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2022 23,738 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2020 23,138 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 21,894 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Mar 2018 20,932 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 19,675 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2016 18,574 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2015 16,477 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 15,178 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 14,111 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 12,679 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 10,579 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 8,267 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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P244 FNR is a 1997 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P244 FNR, 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 P244 FNR registered?

P244 FNR is a 1997 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 1 April 1997.

Is P244 FNR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P244 FNR shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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