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P318 CLJ

1997 Yamaha VMX1200

Orange Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

9,525 mi
Last recorded9,525 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2016
Typical for 1997 Yamaha VMX120021,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP318 CLJ
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1997
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2016 9,525 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 67,877 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 64,144 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 59,630 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 56,381 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 52,271 miles
Fail 26 May 2011 52,271 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 15 May 2010 49,043 miles
Fail 15 May 2010 49,043 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 2 May 2009 46,670 miles
Fail 2 May 2009 46,670 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 14 Jul 2007 39,636 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2007 39,636 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2006 33,117 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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P318 CLJ is a 1997 Yamaha VMX1200 in Orange with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 P318 CLJ, 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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How do I check the history of P318 CLJ?

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What year was P318 CLJ registered?

P318 CLJ is a 1997 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 21 July 1997.

Is P318 CLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P318 CLJ shows 14 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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