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R123 LJT

1997 Yamaha Vmx 1200

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2025
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

34,403 mi
Last recorded34,403 miles
Recorded on3 May 2024
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Vmx 120027,572 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR123 LJT
MakeYamaha
ModelVmx 1200
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 May 2024 34,403 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Jun 2021 34,395 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 29 Feb 2020 34,171 miles

Nearside Front Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 14 Aug 2018 33,781 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2017 33,090 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 32,615 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2016 32,615 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 9 Mar 2015 31,407 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 10 Feb 2014 29,403 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 27,400 miles

Centre Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

How Reliable is the Yamaha Vmx 1200?

Based on 1,112 MOT tests across 136 vehicles.

88.3%
Pass Rate
612
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
136
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 8
Direction indicator not working 7
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 6
Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute 6
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 6
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R123 LJT is a 1997 Yamaha Vmx 1200 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha Vmx 1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 27,572 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 Vmx 1200 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R123 LJT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Vmx 1200 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha Vmx 1200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R123 LJT registered?

R123 LJT is a 1997 Yamaha Vmx 1200, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R123 LJT safe to buy?

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