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R386 VLX

1997 Yamaha Vmx 1200

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

70,076 mi
Last recorded70,076 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Vmx 120027,572 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR386 VLX
MakeYamaha
ModelVmx 1200
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc
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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025 70,076 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2025 70,075 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Aug 2024 66,169 miles

Front Crack on the sidewall of Tyre

Front Pitted fork tubes but not showing any visible leak

Nearside Front handlebar weight insecure

Nearside Front perished fork dust seal

Pass 21 Jul 2023 65,209 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 63,930 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2020 63,404 miles

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

Fail 2 Jun 2020 63,404 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 31 Aug 2018 62,052 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 59,737 miles

visible cracking on front tyre sidewalls

Fail 17 Aug 2017 59,737 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

visible cracking on front tyre sidewalls

Pass 26 Apr 2016 58,703 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 57,050 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 8 Aug 2013 52,411 miles

visable cracking on front tyre sidewalls

Fail 5 Aug 2013 52,376 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 30 Mar 2012 47,081 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2010 41,956 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 40,449 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 38,571 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2008 38,571 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Pass 3 Jul 2007 33,725 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 29,458 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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R386 VLX is a 1997 Yamaha Vmx 1200 in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 R386 VLX, 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 R386 VLX registered?

R386 VLX is a 1997 Yamaha Vmx 1200, first registered on 18 September 1997.

Is R386 VLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R386 VLX shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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