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P808 OLX

1997 Yamaha VMX1200

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

5,699 mi
Last recorded5,699 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha VMX120021,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP808 OLX
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2026 5,699 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2025 5,166 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 5,025 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 4,786 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 4,561 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 7 Mar 2009 4,304 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 7 Mar 2009 4,304 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2008 4,088 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2007 3,907 miles

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

Fail 31 Jan 2007 3,907 miles

Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 3 Jun 2005 3,791 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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P808 OLX is a 1997 Yamaha VMX1200 in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 P808 OLX, 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 P808 OLX registered?

P808 OLX is a 1997 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 25 April 1997.

Is P808 OLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P808 OLX shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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