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R473 WAK

1997 Yamaha VMX1200

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2024
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

8,722 mi
Last recorded8,722 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2023
Typical for 1997 Yamaha VMX120021,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR473 WAK
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 20 Mar 2023 8,722 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 8,130 miles
Pass 18 May 2021 8,020 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 7,685 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 7,500 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 7,500 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 10 Aug 2015 7,341 miles

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

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

Pass 31 May 2012 7,290 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 7,191 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 7,023 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 22 Aug 2008 6,100 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 4,429 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 3,395 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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R473 WAK is a 1997 Yamaha VMX1200 in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R473 WAK, 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 R473 WAK registered?

R473 WAK is a 1997 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 15 December 1997.

Is R473 WAK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R473 WAK shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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