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P864 RRT

1997 Yamaha VMX1200

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

44,749 mi
Last recorded44,749 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha VMX120021,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP864 RRT
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2026 44,749 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2025 36,922 miles

Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Stop lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2024 35,777 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2023 35,477 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2022 35,406 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2021 35,210 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2020 34,956 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 34,439 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 33,737 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 33,574 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 32,904 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 31,973 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 31,821 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Apr 2013 31,046 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2012 29,735 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Sep 2010 28,200 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

number plate has some damage

Pass 28 Jul 2009 25,653 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 22,658 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Jul 2007

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 28 Jul 2006 14,815 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2006 14,815 miles

Front Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Rear Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

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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P864 RRT is a 1997 Yamaha VMX1200 in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 P864 RRT, 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 P864 RRT registered?

P864 RRT is a 1997 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 14 March 1997.

Is P864 RRT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P864 RRT shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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