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R71 BAH

1997 Yamaha VMX1200

Silver Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

12,623 mi
Last recorded12,623 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha VMX120021,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR71 BAH
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 12,623 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2025 12,259 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2025 12,259 miles

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Jan 2024 11,840 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2023 11,355 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2021 9,424 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 9,163 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2019 8,966 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 8,932 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 8,669 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 1 Apr 2016 8,514 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 8,067 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 7,723 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2012 7,649 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 7,579 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 7,255 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2009 6,847 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 5,939 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 5,392 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2006 4,826 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2005 4,076 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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R71 BAH is a 1997 Yamaha VMX1200 in Silver with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 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 R71 BAH, 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 R71 BAH registered?

R71 BAH is a 1997 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 12 September 1997.

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The MOT history for R71 BAH shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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