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R443 UBP

1997 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Mar 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

59,297 mi
Last recorded59,297 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha VMX120021,718 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR443 UBP
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 59,297 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2025 58,817 miles

Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 May 2024 58,723 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 58,012 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2022 57,559 miles
Pass 22 May 2021 56,770 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 8 May 2019 53,780 miles
Fail 8 May 2019 53,780 miles

Fuel cap ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2018 53,040 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2017 51,860 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2017 51,860 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 20 Jan 2016 49,929 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2015 48,919 miles

Centre Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 27 Jan 2015 48,919 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 46,597 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 44,594 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 40,297 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2012 40,297 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2011 37,342 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 35,213 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2009 31,347 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 29,099 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 25,528 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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R443 UBP is a 1997 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 R443 UBP, 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 R443 UBP registered?

R443 UBP is a 1997 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R443 UBP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R443 UBP shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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