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YN03 OEC

2003 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

15,666 mi
Last recorded15,666 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Yamaha VMX120011,509 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN03 OEC
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 15,666 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2025 15,542 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2024 15,477 miles
Pass 27 May 2023 15,338 miles
Pass 10 May 2022 14,969 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 14,312 miles
Pass 22 May 2020 13,385 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 12,960 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 11,788 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2014 11,788 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 4 Jul 2013 10,060 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 9,008 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 7,124 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 6,670 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 6,183 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2009 6,183 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 5 Sep 2008 6,136 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2007 5,775 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2006 3,921 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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YN03 OEC is a 2003 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha VMX1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 11,509 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 YN03 OEC, 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 23 years old, this Yamaha VMX1200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was YN03 OEC registered?

YN03 OEC is a 2003 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 3 May 2003.

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The MOT history for YN03 OEC shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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