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UJN 515Y

1989 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

35,626 mi
Last recorded35,626 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 1989 Yamaha VMX120027,135 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUJN 515Y
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 35,626 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2025 35,221 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2020 35,211 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 35,113 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 34,718 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2018 34,718 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Jul 2017 34,433 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2016 33,840 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 33,502 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 33,242 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 33,223 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 32,464 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 31,920 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 30,140 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 28,420 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2006 27,103 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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UJN 515Y is a 1989 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1989 Yamaha VMX1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 27,135 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 UJN 515Y, 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 37 years old, this Yamaha VMX1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was UJN 515Y registered?

UJN 515Y is a 1989 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is UJN 515Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for UJN 515Y shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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