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CU03 BYL

2003 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

10,064 mi
Last recorded10,064 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Yamaha VMX120011,509 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU03 BYL
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 10,064 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2025 9,952 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2024 9,911 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Feb 2023 9,783 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2022 9,665 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 9,532 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 9,515 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Jun 2018 9,505 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 17 Jun 2017 9,075 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 8,448 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2016 8,448 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 3 Jul 2014 7,503 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 3 Jul 2014 7,503 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2013 5,979 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 5,697 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2012 5,697 miles

Rear Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 5 Apr 2011 4,693 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2011 4,693 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 7 May 2010 4,004 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 3,322 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 1,813 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2007 1,488 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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CU03 BYL is a 2003 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 CU03 BYL, 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 CU03 BYL registered?

CU03 BYL is a 2003 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 7 May 2003.

Is CU03 BYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU03 BYL shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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