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R966 ACR

1997 Yamaha VMX1200

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

11,863 mi
Last recorded11,863 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha VMX120021,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR966 ACR
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Fail 8 Jul 2026 11,863 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2025 9,192 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 8,800 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 7,767 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 7,252 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 16 Jun 2006 5,732 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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R966 ACR is a 1997 Yamaha VMX1200 in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 R966 ACR, 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 R966 ACR registered?

R966 ACR is a 1997 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 29 October 1997.

Is R966 ACR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R966 ACR shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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