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P531 KKO

1997 Yamaha Vmx 1200

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

2,495 mi
Last recorded2,495 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2024
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Vmx 120027,572 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP531 KKO
MakeYamaha
ModelVmx 1200
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2024 2,495 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2024 2,495 miles

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 14 Jul 2022 2,465 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 2,337 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 2,009 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 1,396 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 811 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2018 811 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jul 2017 362 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 26 Jul 2016 9,510 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 8,408 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 6,960 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 5,836 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 4,801 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 3,875 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 3,088 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 2,491 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 2,013 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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P531 KKO is a 1997 Yamaha Vmx 1200 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P531 KKO, 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 P531 KKO registered?

P531 KKO is a 1997 Yamaha Vmx 1200, first registered on 3 June 1997.

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The MOT history for P531 KKO shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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