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P818 WGP

1997 Yamaha VMX1200

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2024
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

19,205 mi
Last recorded19,205 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2023
Typical for 1997 Yamaha VMX120021,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP818 WGP
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2023 19,205 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2022 19,088 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 18,931 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2020 17,898 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2020 17,898 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Aug 2011 17,890 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2011 17,890 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 23 Aug 2010 17,751 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2010 17,751 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

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

Pass 16 May 2008 16,263 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 15,691 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 15,508 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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P818 WGP is a 1997 Yamaha VMX1200 in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P818 WGP, 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 P818 WGP registered?

P818 WGP is a 1997 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 4 June 1997.

Is P818 WGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P818 WGP shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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