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Q996BNN

2002 Yamaha VMX1200

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2025
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

10,516 mi
Last recorded10,516 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2024
Typical for 2002 Yamaha VMX120015,365 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ996BNN
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2024 10,516 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 10,508 miles

Nearside Rear mud guard loose

Pass 13 Nov 2020 8,763 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2019 8,574 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2017 38,573 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition straight through pipes fitted (7.1.4)

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Rear Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b) DANGEROUS

steering shakes violently when accellerating

Pass 11 Sep 2014 38,224 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2014 38,223 miles

Rear registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Trikes, quads or pre-68 vehicles, service brake efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Oct 2013 38,197 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 37,844 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2008 37,150 miles

Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 8 Sep 2008 37,150 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 36,195 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2007 36,195 miles

Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Rear registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)

Pass 6 Sep 2006 34,438 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2006 34,438 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

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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Q996BNN is a 2002 Yamaha VMX1200 in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2002 Yamaha VMX1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.4% with a typical mileage of 15,365 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 Q996BNN, 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 24 years old, this Yamaha VMX1200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was Q996BNN registered?

Q996BNN is a 2002 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 21 June 2002.

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