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SC02 MVX

2002 Yamaha VMX1200

Silver Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

8,243 mi
Last recorded8,243 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2025
Typical for 2002 Yamaha VMX120015,365 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC02 MVX
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2025 8,243 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2025 8,243 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Jun 2016 7,992 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 7,834 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 6,526 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2013 5,710 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 15 Jun 2013 5,710 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 5,166 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 5,074 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 4,574 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 4,048 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 3,807 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 2,752 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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SC02 MVX is a 2002 Yamaha VMX1200 in Silver with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2002 Yamaha VMX1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.4% with a typical mileage of 15,365 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 SC02 MVX, 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 24 years old, this Yamaha VMX1200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SC02 MVX registered?

SC02 MVX is a 2002 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 2 July 2002.

Is SC02 MVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SC02 MVX 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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