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P424 CPM

1997 Yamaha VMX1200

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

34,147 mi
Last recorded34,147 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2019
Typical for 1997 Yamaha VMX120021,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP424 CPM
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2019 34,147 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2018 33,545 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Upper engine mounting bolt missing

Pass 13 Jul 2016 31,144 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 30,146 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 30,138 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2013 29,012 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 27,038 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 25,761 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 25,136 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 24,408 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 23,825 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 23,005 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 18,349 miles
Fail 19 May 2006 18,348 miles

Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

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

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

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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P424 CPM 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 92.9%.

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 P424 CPM, 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 P424 CPM registered?

P424 CPM is a 1997 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 14 March 1997.

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The MOT history for P424 CPM shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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