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A13 VMX

1987 Yamaha VMX1200

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

24,940 mi
Last recorded24,940 miles
Recorded on10 May 2025
Typical for 1987 Yamaha VMX120028,119 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA13 VMX
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 May 2025 24,940 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2022 24,874 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2021 24,731 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 24,477 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 23,963 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 23,464 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2016 22,848 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 22,195 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2015 22,183 miles

Brake lever mounting insecure (9.3.1b)

Offside Rear Brake cable locking device missing (3.5.1l)

Rear Suspension arm cracked (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Nov 2013 21,460 miles

lightswitch not positive

Pass 25 Jul 2012 21,136 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2011 20,500 miles

Centre Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 21 Jul 2011 20,500 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 8 May 2010 19,887 miles

tricycle weight 300kg

Pass 11 Jun 2009 19,149 miles

Coolant leak

tricycle weight 300kg

Pass 7 Jun 2008 18,435 miles

tricycle weight 280 on file

Pass 9 Jun 2007 17,790 miles

tricycle weight 300kg

Pass 6 May 2006 16,992 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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A13 VMX is a 1987 Yamaha VMX1200 in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1987 Yamaha VMX1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 28,119 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 A13 VMX, 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 39 years old, this Yamaha VMX1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A13 VMX registered?

A13 VMX is a 1987 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is A13 VMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for A13 VMX shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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