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P339 GJF

1997 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

32,923 mi
Last recorded32,923 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2016
Typical for 1997 Yamaha VMX120021,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP339 GJF
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2016 32,923 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2016 32,919 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

clutch fluid not visable

Pass 27 Aug 2015 32,177 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 31,759 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 31,278 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 30,681 miles

colour of all direction indicators

security of n/s/r indicator

Pass 15 Jul 2010 27,914 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 15 Jan 2010 27,003 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 21 Jan 2009 25,783 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2008 21,926 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2007 19,632 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 19,244 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2006 19,244 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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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P339 GJF is a 1997 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 P339 GJF, 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 P339 GJF registered?

P339 GJF is a 1997 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 25 July 1997.

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