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D12 VMX

1997 Yamaha Vmax

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

17,592 mi
Last recorded17,592 miles
Recorded on20 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Vmax20,208 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD12 VMX
MakeYamaha
ModelVmax
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2025 17,592 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2024 16,697 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2022 14,997 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2021 19,705 miles

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

Rear tyre perished.

Pass 27 May 2020 14,739 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 13,722 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 13,119 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 13,102 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 13,084 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 13,018 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 12,922 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 12,690 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 12 Mar 2010 12,625 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2009 12,220 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2008 11,621 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2007 11,053 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2007 11,053 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 8 Nov 2005 10,721 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2005 10,721 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

How Reliable is the Yamaha Vmax?

Based on 5,864 MOT tests across 740 vehicles.

88.5%
Pass Rate
500
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
740
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 35
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 34
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 34
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 17
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 16
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D12 VMX is a 1997 Yamaha Vmax in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha Vmax models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 20,208 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Vmax fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D12 VMX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Vmax typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha Vmax is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was D12 VMX registered?

D12 VMX is a 1997 Yamaha Vmax, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is D12 VMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for D12 VMX shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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