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W343 YGK

2000 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

14,923 mi
Last recorded14,923 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2022
Typical for 2000 Yamaha VMX120015,910 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW343 YGK
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2022 14,923 miles
Pass 6 May 2021 14,905 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 14,353 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2018 12,937 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 12,535 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 10,327 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 9,691 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2015 9,680 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 8 Mar 2014 9,185 miles

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

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 19 Mar 2013 9,038 miles

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

rear brake binding slightly

Pass 24 Feb 2012 8,816 miles

speedo drive located incorrectly

Pass 3 Dec 2010 8,339 miles

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

Fail 3 Dec 2010 8,339 miles

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

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 16 Nov 2009 7,623 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 5,964 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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W343 YGK 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 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 W343 YGK, 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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W343 YGK is a 2000 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 19 July 2000.

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