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P462 HTV

1997 Yamaha Vmx 1200

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

18,139 mi
Last recorded18,139 miles
Recorded on11 May 2015
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Vmx 120027,572 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP462 HTV
MakeYamaha
ModelVmx 1200
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 May 2015 18,139 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 18,009 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2013 17,470 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 23 Apr 2013 17,470 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 9 May 2012 17,415 miles

Centre Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 4 May 2012 17,415 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Centre Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 30 Apr 2011 17,185 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 1 May 2010 17,087 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 16,633 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 23 Apr 2009 16,633 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 10 May 2008 15,872 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 15,248 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 14,084 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Vmx 1200?

Based on 1,112 MOT tests across 136 vehicles.

88.3%
Pass Rate
612
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
136
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 8
Direction indicator not working 7
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 6
Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute 6
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 6
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P462 HTV is a 1997 Yamaha Vmx 1200 in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha Vmx 1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 27,572 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 Vmx 1200 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P462 HTV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Vmx 1200 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha Vmx 1200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P462 HTV registered?

P462 HTV is a 1997 Yamaha Vmx 1200, first registered on 1 May 1997.

Is P462 HTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P462 HTV shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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