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T817 RGB

1999 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Oct 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

30,410 mi
Last recorded30,410 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 1999 Yamaha VMX120018,540 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT817 RGB
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 30,410 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2024 30,154 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2023 29,661 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 29,545 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Oct 2021 29,220 miles
Pass 1 May 2021 28,996 miles
Fail 1 May 2021 28,996 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements under sized, no type approval, custom logo & no makers inscription (0.1 (d))

Pass 30 May 2019 28,489 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 27,885 miles
Fail 4 May 2018 27,885 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 28 Apr 2017 27,562 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 27,383 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2015 27,125 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 17 Apr 2015 27,125 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2014 26,593 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2014 26,586 miles

Front Brake lever pivots excessively worn (3.1.3a) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Feb 2013 26,218 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 25,303 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 23,195 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 21,715 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 20,004 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 27 Apr 2006 18,280 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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T817 RGB 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 81.8%.

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 T817 RGB, 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 T817 RGB registered?

T817 RGB is a 1999 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is T817 RGB safe to buy?

The MOT history for T817 RGB shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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