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P436 NBA

1997 Yamaha VMX1200

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

27,542 mi
Last recorded27,542 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha VMX120021,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP436 NBA
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 27,542 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2024 25,695 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2024 25,689 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Jul 2023 24,956 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2022 24,359 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 23,863 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2020 23,275 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2019 22,468 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 21,765 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 20,479 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 19,228 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2015 19,008 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2014 18,992 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 18,711 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 18,624 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 18,505 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 17,936 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 16,481 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 15,432 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 14,068 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 13,998 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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P436 NBA is a 1997 Yamaha VMX1200 in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 P436 NBA, 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 P436 NBA registered?

P436 NBA is a 1997 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 13 March 1997.

Is P436 NBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P436 NBA shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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