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P27 OHJ

1997 Yamaha VMX1200

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

28,407 mi
Last recorded28,407 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha VMX120021,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP27 OHJ
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 28,407 miles
Pass 13 May 2025 28,201 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2024 27,430 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2023 26,566 miles

Front tyre sidewall splitting

Pass 8 Jul 2017 26,342 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 25,880 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 25,170 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 24,506 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2014 24,506 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2013 22,984 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 22,161 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 21,444 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 21,297 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 May 2009 20,861 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 20,408 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2007 19,713 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2006 19,001 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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P27 OHJ 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 94.1%.

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 P27 OHJ, 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 P27 OHJ registered?

P27 OHJ is a 1997 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 7 April 1997.

Is P27 OHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P27 OHJ shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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