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W165 UGX

2000 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2025
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

40,670 mi
Last recorded40,670 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2024
Typical for 2000 Yamaha VMX120015,910 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW165 UGX
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2024 40,670 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2024 40,665 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 9 Jun 2023 40,618 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 40,557 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2021 40,491 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 4 Mar 2021 40,491 miles

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 indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate incorrect too small (0.1 (c))

Pass 10 Jan 2020 40,437 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Jul 2017 40,257 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 28 Jun 2016 37,209 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Jul 2015 36,743 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 1 Jul 2015 36,743 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 29 Mar 2014 35,077 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Feb 2013 32,871 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 18,962 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 6,014 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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W165 UGX is a 2000 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 W165 UGX, 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 W165 UGX registered?

W165 UGX is a 2000 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 29 April 2000.

Is W165 UGX safe to buy?

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