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P36 MDA

1997 Yamaha VMX1200

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,725 mi
Last recorded18,725 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha VMX120021,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP36 MDA
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 2 Jun 2026 18,725 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Apr 2025 17,881 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2024 17,842 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 16,812 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 16,505 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 15,037 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 14,208 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 14,053 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 12,880 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 7 Nov 2014 11,947 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2010 11,925 miles

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

front tyre stepping

Pass 11 Jun 2009 11,602 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 10,734 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 10,399 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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P36 MDA is a 1997 Yamaha VMX1200 in Silver 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 P36 MDA, 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 P36 MDA registered?

P36 MDA is a 1997 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P36 MDA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P36 MDA 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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