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W401 PTO

2000 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

15,526 mi
Last recorded15,526 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2026
Typical for 2000 Yamaha VMX120015,910 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW401 PTO
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2026 15,526 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 25 Jun 2024 14,991 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 May 2023 13,375 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 6 May 2023 13,358 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls front lever not illuminating lamp (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Apr 2022 12,218 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 11,480 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 7,958 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 7,941 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 7,802 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 7,657 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 7,586 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 7,434 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jul 2013 6,522 miles

Recommend replacing number plate due to cracking

Pass 16 Jun 2012 6,133 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 5,915 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2010 5,753 miles

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 19 Jun 2009 5,629 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)

number plate starting to crack

Pass 27 Jun 2008 5,405 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 5,267 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 4,496 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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W401 PTO is a 2000 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 W401 PTO, 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 W401 PTO registered?

W401 PTO is a 2000 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 1 June 2000.

Is W401 PTO safe to buy?

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