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T709 SDW

1999 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2025
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

17,621 mi
Last recorded17,621 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2024
Typical for 1999 Yamaha VMX120018,540 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT709 SDW
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2024 17,621 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 17,593 miles
Pass 20 May 2022 17,509 miles

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

Fail 20 May 2022 17,509 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 27 May 2021 16,999 miles

rear inside brake pad on service limit

Pass 1 Jun 2020 16,453 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2019 16,425 miles

Rear cant see brake fluid level

Fail 8 Oct 2019 16,425 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements small (0.1 (d))

Rear cant see brake fluid level

Pass 28 Sep 2018 16,399 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 11 Sep 2017 16,381 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 14,665 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2016 14,665 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Pass 30 Jul 2014 12,229 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 12,046 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 12,000 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 11,830 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 11,584 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 11,456 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 11,341 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 11,001 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 10,551 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2005 10,179 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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T709 SDW is a 1999 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 T709 SDW, 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 T709 SDW registered?

T709 SDW is a 1999 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 10 July 1999.

Is T709 SDW safe to buy?

The MOT history for T709 SDW shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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