CarVerify

Free Car Check

P475 SHS

1997 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

41,426 mi
Last recorded41,426 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2019
Typical for 1997 Yamaha VMX120021,718 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationP475 SHS
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2019 41,426 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 36,954 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 33,359 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 30,498 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 28,931 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 26,557 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 23,216 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 20,810 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 17,052 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 14,237 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 11,501 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2007 16,509 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2006 16,222 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Jun 2006 16,220 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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
Full Yamaha VMX1200 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

P475 SHS is a 1997 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black 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 P475 SHS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P475 SHS?

You can check the full history of P475 SHS by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was P475 SHS registered?

P475 SHS is a 1997 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 9 July 1997.

Is P475 SHS safe to buy?

The MOT history for P475 SHS 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.

Does P475 SHS have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on P475 SHS. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.