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W168 BAW

2000 Yamaha VMX1200

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

36,417 mi
Last recorded36,417 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2024
Typical for 2000 Yamaha VMX120015,910 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW168 BAW
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2024 36,417 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Apr 2023 35,432 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2022 34,301 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 32,275 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2021 32,250 miles

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel Rear brake (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Apr 2020 30,525 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2015 30,048 miles

Front brake binding.

Pass 2 Aug 2014 29,796 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 29,381 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 28,356 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2010 28,356 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 24 Apr 2009 27,419 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 25,429 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 22,523 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2006 20,041 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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W168 BAW is a 2000 Yamaha VMX1200 in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 W168 BAW, 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 W168 BAW registered?

W168 BAW is a 2000 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 22 May 2000.

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The MOT history for W168 BAW shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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