MOT Status
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22,507 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))
Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Nearside Front Direction indicator with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))
Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
Stop lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS
Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Front shocker dampness
Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)
Rear Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)
Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)
Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)
How Reliable is the Yamaha VMX1200?
Based on 22,292 MOT tests across 2,219 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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V740 LCW is a 2000 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
Across all 2000 Yamaha VMX1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 15,910 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 V740 LCW, 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 26 years old, this Yamaha VMX1200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was V740 LCW registered?
V740 LCW is a 2000 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 8 February 2000.
Is V740 LCW safe to buy?
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