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S54 AAW

2003 Yamaha VMX1200

Maroon Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2025
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

23,435 mi
Last recorded23,435 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2024
Typical for 2003 Yamaha VMX120011,509 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS54 AAW
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year2003
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2024 23,435 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2024 23,435 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Jul 2021 21,943 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 21,099 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 21,040 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 20,954 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 20,957 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 20,935 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 20,761 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 20,432 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2012 20,432 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 27 Apr 2011 19,113 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2010 17,391 miles

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

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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S54 AAW is a 2003 Yamaha VMX1200 in Maroon with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha VMX1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 11,509 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 S54 AAW, 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 23 years old, this Yamaha VMX1200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was S54 AAW registered?

S54 AAW is a 2003 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 14 August 2003.

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The MOT history for S54 AAW shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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