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W608 TUJ

2000 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

12,544 mi
Last recorded12,544 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2021
Typical for 2000 Yamaha VMX120015,910 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW608 TUJ
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2021 12,544 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2021 12,479 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) not fitted (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 4 Jun 2020 12,384 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 12,074 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 12,025 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 11,990 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 11,606 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 11,233 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 10,783 miles

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

Fail 8 Jul 2013 10,783 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2012 10,039 miles

offside front footrest broken but not insecure

Pass 2 Jul 2011 9,025 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2011 9,025 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 5 Jun 2010 6,734 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 6,688 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 6,668 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 6,561 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 6,363 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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W608 TUJ is a 2000 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 W608 TUJ, 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 W608 TUJ registered?

W608 TUJ is a 2000 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 12 April 2000.

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The MOT history for W608 TUJ shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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