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P601 KSG

1997 Yamaha VMX1200

Multi-colour Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2021
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

18,299 mi
Last recorded18,299 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2020
Typical for 1997 Yamaha VMX120021,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP601 KSG
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2020 18,299 miles

Horn Poor

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 9 Oct 2020 18,299 miles

Horn Poor

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 6 Aug 2010 13,388 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 13,206 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 1 Aug 2008 13,116 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 6 May 2006 12,587 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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P601 KSG is a 1997 Yamaha VMX1200 in Multi-colour with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P601 KSG, 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 P601 KSG registered?

P601 KSG is a 1997 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 8 July 1997.

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The MOT history for P601 KSG shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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