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P939 MAK

1997 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

10,972 mi
Last recorded10,972 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha VMX120021,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP939 MAK
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2026 10,972 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2025 10,607 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 10,144 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 10,137 miles
Fail 17 May 2014 10,137 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 6 Jun 2013 9,561 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 1 Oct 2011 9,245 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2009 9,014 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2008 8,759 miles

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

Fail 13 Jun 2008 8,759 miles

Front Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 9 May 2006 8,413 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

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

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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P939 MAK is a 1997 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black 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 P939 MAK, 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 P939 MAK registered?

P939 MAK is a 1997 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 20 March 1997.

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