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R250 ABT

1997 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

17,098 mi
Last recorded17,098 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha VMX120021,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR250 ABT
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 17,098 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 20 May 2024 16,536 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 5 May 2023 15,963 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 May 2022 14,747 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front indicators a bit close together

clutch lever pivot locknut missing

Pass 30 Apr 2021 13,461 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

gear lever bent

Pass 19 May 2020 12,500 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 19 May 2020 12,500 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 May 2019 11,587 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 18 May 2019 11,587 miles

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 28 Apr 2018 10,895 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 9,275 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 31,700 miles

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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R250 ABT is a 1997 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R250 ABT, 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 R250 ABT registered?

R250 ABT is a 1997 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R250 ABT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R250 ABT shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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