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W69 TUJ

2000 Yamaha VMX1200

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Sep 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

34,643 mi
Last recorded34,643 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2000 Yamaha VMX120015,910 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW69 TUJ
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 34,643 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2024 32,729 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2023 30,338 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2023 30,338 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Jul 2022 29,197 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2021 27,868 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 27,739 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 26,544 miles

Slight play detected in rear swing arm.

Pass 29 Jun 2018 25,555 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 24,539 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 20,012 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 17,403 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2014 15,229 miles

indicators flash slightly fast

rear brake disc slightly pitted

Pass 21 May 2013 12,946 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 12,585 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 11,967 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2010 10,159 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 10,082 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2007 10,082 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 28 Oct 2006 9,953 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2006 9,953 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 19 Jul 2005 9,617 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2005 9,617 miles

Centre Front Lower Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

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

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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W69 TUJ is a 2000 Yamaha VMX1200 in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 W69 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 W69 TUJ registered?

W69 TUJ is a 2000 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 1 April 2000.

Is W69 TUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for W69 TUJ shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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