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VK12 PLO

2012 Yamaha YP400

Black Petrol 395cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2022
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

18,599 mi
Last recorded18,599 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2021
Typical for 2012 Yamaha YP40015,555 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK12 PLO
MakeYamaha
ModelYP400
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine395cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2021 18,599 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2021 18,599 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 14 Nov 2020 18,486 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 17,770 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 17,219 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 16,369 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2015 13,474 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2015 13,474 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

How Reliable is the Yamaha YP400?

Based on 5,190 MOT tests across 496 vehicles.

87.3%
Pass Rate
1,133
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
496
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 94
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 81
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 49
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 46
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 39
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VK12 PLO is a 2012 Yamaha YP400 in Black with a 395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2012 Yamaha YP400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 15,555 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 YP400 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 94 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VK12 PLO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha YP400 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 14 years old, this Yamaha YP400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was VK12 PLO registered?

VK12 PLO is a 2012 Yamaha YP400, first registered on 12 May 2012.

Is VK12 PLO safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK12 PLO shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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