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W349 RCU

2000 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,920 mi
Last recorded20,920 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2000 Yamaha VMX120015,910 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW349 RCU
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 9 Jun 2026 20,920 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 Jun 2025 20,337 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2024 19,687 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 19,531 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 31 May 2022 18,941 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Jun 2021 18,052 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2020 17,049 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 16,985 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2018 14,017 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2017 12,794 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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W349 RCU is a 2000 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 W349 RCU, 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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How do I check the history of W349 RCU?

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What year was W349 RCU registered?

W349 RCU is a 2000 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is W349 RCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for W349 RCU shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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