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P869 OWF

1997 Yamaha VMX1200

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2027
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

33,352 mi
Last recorded33,352 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha VMX120021,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP869 OWF
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2026 33,352 miles

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

Fail 28 Aug 2026 33,352 miles

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

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2025 33,346 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2024 33,289 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2024 33,289 miles

Central Front Lower Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Jul 2021 32,223 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2021 32,222 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Jul 2020 31,419 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 30,110 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Fail 22 May 2019 30,110 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Rear Brake hose connection leaking (1.1.12 (c))

Pass 17 May 2018 29,255 miles
Fail 17 May 2018 29,255 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 9 May 2017 28,354 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 9,532 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2015 9,532 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working bad connection (1.5.1c)

Fail 18 Jun 2014 8,574 miles

Brake pedal attachment screws missing. (3.1.2b)

Pass 18 Jun 2014 8,574 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2013 8,033 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 7 Jun 2013 8,033 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 7,050 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 May 2011 6,641 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 26 May 2010 5,220 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

o/s footrest loose but not insecure.

Pass 15 May 2009 3,622 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 14,434 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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P869 OWF is a 1997 Yamaha VMX1200 in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 P869 OWF, 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 P869 OWF registered?

P869 OWF is a 1997 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 20 June 1997.

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