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P925 JAU

1997 Yamaha VMX1200

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

13,801 mi
Last recorded13,801 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha VMX120021,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP925 JAU
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2026 13,801 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2025 13,575 miles
Pass 5 May 2022 13,285 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2021 12,852 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 12,839 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 12,646 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 12,544 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 12,106 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 11,531 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 11,418 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2011 11,361 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2011 11,361 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 3 Oct 2009 10,889 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 10,380 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 19 Apr 2007 10,378 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2005 10,026 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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P925 JAU 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 93.8%.

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 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 P925 JAU, 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 P925 JAU registered?

P925 JAU is a 1997 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 11 June 1997.

Is P925 JAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P925 JAU shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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