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D220 DCK

1987 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

41,526 mi
Last recorded41,526 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2025
Typical for 1987 Yamaha VMX120028,119 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD220 DCK
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2025 41,526 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Oct 2024 40,767 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 30 Sep 2024 40,767 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 Sep 2023 40,284 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 30 Sep 2023 40,284 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Handlebar retaining device loose (2.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2022 39,267 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2021 37,273 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 May 2020 35,808 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 35,164 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 34,424 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 33,352 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 31,049 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2015 25,872 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2015 25,872 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 19 Mar 2014 24,785 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 24,366 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 22,604 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 20,965 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2010 20,965 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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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D220 DCK is a 1987 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 1987 Yamaha VMX1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 28,119 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 D220 DCK, 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 39 years old, this Yamaha VMX1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D220 DCK registered?

D220 DCK is a 1987 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is D220 DCK safe to buy?

The MOT history for D220 DCK shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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