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P616 OWB

1997 Yamaha VMX1200

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2026
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

18,654 mi
Last recorded18,654 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha VMX120021,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP616 OWB
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2025 18,654 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2022 17,565 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2013 17,504 miles

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

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 22 Jul 2013 17,504 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2012 17,476 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2012 17,476 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 20 Aug 2010 17,093 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2010 17,093 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2009 16,306 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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P616 OWB is a 1997 Yamaha VMX1200 in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 P616 OWB, 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 P616 OWB registered?

P616 OWB is a 1997 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 6 June 1997.

Is P616 OWB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P616 OWB shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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