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R476 OLJ

1997 Yamaha VMX1200

Grey Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

21,289 mi
Last recorded21,289 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha VMX120021,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR476 OLJ
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2025 21,289 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2023 20,318 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2023 202,966 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2020 19,621 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 8 Nov 2018 19,597 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2018 19,382 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 18,808 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 18,693 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 13 Feb 2014 15,931 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2012 15,309 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 14,711 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 14,341 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Mar 2009 14,051 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2007 13,661 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2006 12,616 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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R476 OLJ is a 1997 Yamaha VMX1200 in Grey with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 R476 OLJ, 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 R476 OLJ registered?

R476 OLJ is a 1997 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R476 OLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R476 OLJ shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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