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W166 OBX

2000 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

30,559 mi
Last recorded30,559 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2013
Typical for 2000 Yamaha VMX120015,910 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW166 OBX
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2013 30,559 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 31 Mar 2012 28,509 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 26,027 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 10 Apr 2010 23,590 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2010 23,590 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 3 Apr 2009 21,266 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 18,537 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2007 16,808 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 15,211 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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W166 OBX is a 2000 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 W166 OBX, 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 W166 OBX registered?

W166 OBX is a 2000 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 16 May 2000.

Is W166 OBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for W166 OBX shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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