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P768 AUA

1997 Yamaha VMX1200

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Feb 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

15,161 mi
Last recorded15,161 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha VMX120021,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP768 AUA
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 15,161 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2025 14,003 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2024 13,710 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 13,497 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2018 13,492 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 13,444 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2014 13,444 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 6 Jun 2013 11,438 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 11,290 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 11,018 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 10,488 miles
Fail 14 May 2010 10,455 miles

Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 5 Jun 2009 9,940 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 9,260 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 8,768 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2006 7,915 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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P768 AUA is a 1997 Yamaha VMX1200 in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 P768 AUA, 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 P768 AUA registered?

P768 AUA is a 1997 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 17 June 1997.

Is P768 AUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P768 AUA shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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