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P41 GHC

1997 Yamaha VMX1200

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

52,707 mi
Last recorded52,707 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2019
Typical for 1997 Yamaha VMX120021,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP41 GHC
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2019 52,707 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 24 Jun 2017 52,094 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 10 Oct 2015 51,122 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2014 48,786 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 40,830 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 38,151 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2012 38,151 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 15 Jul 2011 32,513 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 32,513 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 31,400 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2008 28,931 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 24,940 miles

Nearside Rear Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Rear Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 22 Apr 2006 22,084 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3C2d.)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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P41 GHC is a 1997 Yamaha VMX1200 in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 P41 GHC, 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 P41 GHC registered?

P41 GHC is a 1997 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 16 July 1997.

Is P41 GHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P41 GHC shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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