CarVerify

Free Car Check

T897 KEC

1999 Yamaha VMX1200

Blue Petrol 1198cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

26,477 mi
Last recorded26,477 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 1999 Yamaha VMX120018,540 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationT897 KEC
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 26,477 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2024 26,368 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 3 Sep 2024 26,366 miles

Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 15 Aug 2024 26,364 miles

Front Brake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear or maladjustment (1.1.15 (f))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

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

Pass 16 Aug 2022 26,359 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2021 26,351 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2021 26,349 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

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

Pass 29 Oct 2018 26,207 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2017 26,203 miles

Headlamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1)

Pass 31 Aug 2016 26,171 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2015 25,948 miles

Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 30 Jul 2015 25,948 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 25,719 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 25,304 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 25,218 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2013 25,218 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 28 Jul 2011 24,978 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2010 24,025 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 23,300 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2008 23,300 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

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

Pass 25 Oct 2007 22,594 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 21,464 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
Full Yamaha VMX1200 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

T897 KEC is a 1999 Yamaha VMX1200 in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 T897 KEC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of T897 KEC?

You can check the full history of T897 KEC by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was T897 KEC registered?

T897 KEC is a 1999 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 13 April 1999.

Is T897 KEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for T897 KEC shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does T897 KEC have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on T897 KEC. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.