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AY03 HZE

2003 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

34,553 mi
Last recorded34,553 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Yamaha VMX120011,509 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY03 HZE
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 34,553 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Silencer joint - bracket cracked (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Jun 2025 33,347 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 2 Jun 2025 33,342 miles

Front Tyre is unsuitable Rear fitment only used on the front (5.2.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Jun 2024 31,315 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 7 Jun 2023 28,261 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2023 28,261 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Jul 2022 28,230 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2021 28,061 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2020 27,771 miles

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

Fail 26 Jun 2020 27,757 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 10 May 2019 27,320 miles

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 10 May 2018 26,669 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 4 May 2017 25,780 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2016 24,253 miles

Front tyre slightly deteriorated

Pass 8 May 2015 24,053 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 23,374 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2014 23,350 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 10 May 2013 22,296 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 21,421 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 23 Jun 2011 21,065 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 16 Jul 2010 15,772 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 14,404 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 9,076 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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AY03 HZE is a 2003 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 AY03 HZE, 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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AY03 HZE is a 2003 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 6 June 2003.

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