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R875 CNE

1997 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

46,247 mi
Last recorded46,247 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha VMX120021,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR875 CNE
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 46,247 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Gear selector pedal bent

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Mar 2025 44,104 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2023 42,855 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2022 41,335 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2021 39,083 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2020 35,995 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2019 35,247 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 34,329 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 33,638 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2015 33,638 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 21 Oct 2014 31,939 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 29,008 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2012 27,309 miles

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

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Pass 18 Sep 2012 27,309 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2011 26,446 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Feb 2010 24,855 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2009 24,017 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2007 22,714 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2006 21,160 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2005 20,290 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (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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R875 CNE is a 1997 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 R875 CNE, 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 R875 CNE registered?

R875 CNE is a 1997 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 2 December 1997.

Is R875 CNE safe to buy?

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