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P630 RBF

1997 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,248 mi
Last recorded12,248 miles
Recorded on29 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha VMX120021,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP630 RBF
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 29 May 2025 12,248 miles

Registration plate slightly small

Pass 7 Jun 2024 12,189 miles
Pass 22 May 2023 11,946 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 May 2020 11,892 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 11,863 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 11,480 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2015 11,115 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2012 11,090 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 10,793 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 10,225 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 10,128 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 9,945 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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P630 RBF is a 1997 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P630 RBF, 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 P630 RBF registered?

P630 RBF is a 1997 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 10 January 1997.

Is P630 RBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P630 RBF shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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