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W162 BFV

2000 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

7,224 mi
Last recorded7,224 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 2000 Yamaha VMX120015,910 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW162 BFV
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2025 7,224 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2024 6,941 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2021 6,658 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 6,652 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2020 6,652 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Stop lamp not working lever (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 17 Oct 2019 6,600 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Aug 2018 6,542 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 6,519 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Nov 2016 6,465 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 6,398 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2015 6,352 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 4 Apr 2014 6,229 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 6,169 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 6,138 miles

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

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 16 Jul 2010 6,048 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 5,967 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 5,581 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 5,471 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 4,775 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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W162 BFV is a 2000 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 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 W162 BFV, 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 W162 BFV registered?

W162 BFV is a 2000 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 1 April 2000.

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The MOT history for W162 BFV shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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