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B301 FOF

1985 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

24,302 mi
Last recorded24,302 miles
Recorded on3 May 2023
Typical for 1985 Yamaha VMX120029,581 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB301 FOF
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 May 2023 24,302 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 3 May 2023 24,302 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 16 Jul 2022 24,248 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Jul 2021 23,771 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 23,336 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 22,077 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 21,955 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 21,748 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 21,459 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 20,491 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 19,639 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Apr 2013 18,127 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 16,202 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 15,201 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 11 Feb 2011 15,201 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Tyre valve stem misaligned which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 28 Jan 2010 12,111 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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B301 FOF is a 1985 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1985 Yamaha VMX1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 29,581 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 B301 FOF, 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 41 years old, this Yamaha VMX1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B301 FOF registered?

B301 FOF is a 1985 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B301 FOF safe to buy?

The MOT history for B301 FOF shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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