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PF08 MGV

2008 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2017
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

12,157 mi
Last recorded12,157 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2016
Typical for 2008 Yamaha VMX120011,036 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF08 MGV
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2016 12,157 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting both (2.4.A.1c)

Rear tyre pressure low

Fail 24 Mar 2015 11,802 miles

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

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Sidecar built up wheel has a loose bolt (4.2.1c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 24 Mar 2015 11,802 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 23 May 2014 11,603 miles

Sidecar wheel bearings have slight play (5.2.3c)

Pass 15 Mar 2013 9,707 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 7,986 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2012 7,930 miles

Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j)

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

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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PF08 MGV is a 2008 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha VMX1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 11,036 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 PF08 MGV, 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 18 years old, this Yamaha VMX1200 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was PF08 MGV registered?

PF08 MGV is a 2008 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 8 August 2008.

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