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P735 TEW

1997 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,214 mi
Last recorded43,214 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha VMX120021,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP735 TEW
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 30 Jun 2026 43,214 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2023 43,213 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2020 43,150 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 24 Oct 2018 43,106 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 42,060 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 41,084 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 40,111 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 39,645 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 39,527 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2007 37,185 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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P735 TEW is a 1997 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 P735 TEW, 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 P735 TEW registered?

P735 TEW is a 1997 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 14 July 1997.

Is P735 TEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P735 TEW shows 10 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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