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PK15 VTX

2015 Yamaha Bws

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2025
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

13,541 mi
Last recorded13,541 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2024
Typical for 2015 Yamaha Bws12,222 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK15 VTX
MakeYamaha
ModelBws
Year2015
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2024 13,541 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2024 13,540 miles

Handlebar excessively deformed (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.4 (a))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Aug 2023 12,866 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2023 12,866 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Aug 2022 10,887 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2022 10,887 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2021 8,816 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2021 8,816 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Aug 2020 6,804 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2019 5,606 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2018 3,180 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Bws?

Based on 1,850 MOT tests across 328 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
1,120
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
328
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 22
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 21
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 16
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 10
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PK15 VTX is a 2015 Yamaha Bws in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2015 Yamaha Bws models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 12,222 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 Bws fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PK15 VTX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Bws typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 11 years old, this Yamaha Bws is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was PK15 VTX registered?

PK15 VTX is a 2015 Yamaha Bws, first registered on 18 April 2015.

Is PK15 VTX safe to buy?

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