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P25 UMW

1997 Yamaha VMX1200

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

37,603 mi
Last recorded37,603 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha VMX120021,718 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP25 UMW
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 37,603 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Jul 2019 35,056 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Jul 2018 33,381 miles
Fail 17 May 2018 33,381 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 21 Apr 2017 32,763 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2017 32,763 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2016 31,099 miles
Fail 4 May 2016 31,099 miles

Headlamp aim too low aim low (1.6)

Pass 6 Mar 2015 30,489 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 29,739 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 26,523 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 14 Dec 2011 22,995 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2010 17,809 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 10 Aug 2010 17,809 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 15,721 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 15,045 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 5 May 2006 14,402 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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P25 UMW is a 1997 Yamaha VMX1200 in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 P25 UMW, 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 P25 UMW registered?

P25 UMW is a 1997 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 11 March 1997.

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