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T79 REU

1999 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

41,232 mi
Last recorded41,232 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 1999 Yamaha VMX120018,540 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT79 REU
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 41,232 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2025 41,129 miles

Rear Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Apr 2024 40,831 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Swingarm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2023 40,416 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 40,087 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2022 40,083 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Sep 2020 39,509 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2019 38,699 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 38,547 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 38,258 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 38,096 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 37,647 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 5 Oct 2012 37,242 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2011 35,995 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2010 34,949 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 30,633 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 21,822 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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T79 REU is a 1999 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 T79 REU, 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 T79 REU registered?

T79 REU is a 1999 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 13 March 1999.

Is T79 REU safe to buy?

The MOT history for T79 REU shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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