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R683 MNN

1997 Yamaha VMX1200

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

26,366 mi
Last recorded26,366 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha VMX120021,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR683 MNN
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 26,366 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2025 26,028 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Jun 2023 25,745 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2022 25,192 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 25,128 miles

All direction indicators light intensity reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Fail 13 Aug 2021 25,128 miles

All direction indicators light intensity reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pillion seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Aug 2020 24,589 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2019 24,099 miles

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 3 Aug 2018 22,742 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2016 22,522 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 21,908 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2014 21,503 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 20,629 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2011 19,823 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 18,639 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Fail 25 Mar 2009 18,639 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Pass 21 Apr 2008 15,103 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 14,070 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2006 14,070 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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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R683 MNN is a 1997 Yamaha VMX1200 in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 R683 MNN, 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 R683 MNN registered?

R683 MNN is a 1997 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 6 August 1997.

Is R683 MNN safe to buy?

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