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AE51 HZR

2001 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

14,106 mi
Last recorded14,106 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Yamaha VMX120014,768 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE51 HZR
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2025 14,106 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2024 13,246 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2023 12,436 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 11,003 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 10,872 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 9,915 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 9,748 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2015 9,140 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 8,486 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2014 8,438 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2013 7,390 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 5,876 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 16 Aug 2011 4,538 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 4,478 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2009 4,267 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 3,894 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2006 3,441 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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AE51 HZR is a 2001 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha VMX1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 14,768 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 AE51 HZR, 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 25 years old, this Yamaha VMX1200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE51 HZR registered?

AE51 HZR is a 2001 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 17 September 2001.

Is AE51 HZR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE51 HZR shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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