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T521 KAW

1999 Yamaha VMX1200

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2014
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

1 mi
Last recorded1 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2013
Typical for 1999 Yamaha VMX120018,540 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT521 KAW
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2013 1 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 13,995 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 13,566 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2008 13,569 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Fail 8 Dec 2008 13,563 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 5 Apr 2007 13,212 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

slight corrosion to fuel tank

slight corrosion to swing arm

Pass 20 Aug 2005 13,157 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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T521 KAW is a 1999 Yamaha VMX1200 in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1999 Yamaha VMX1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 18,540 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 T521 KAW, 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 27 years old, this Yamaha VMX1200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was T521 KAW registered?

T521 KAW is a 1999 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 1 March 1999.

Is T521 KAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for T521 KAW shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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