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D394 JHY

1987 Yamaha VMX1200

Orange Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2023
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

41,293 mi
Last recorded41,293 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2022
Typical for 1987 Yamaha VMX120028,119 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD394 JHY
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1987
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2022 41,293 miles

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

Fail 29 Apr 2022 41,293 miles

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

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Mar 2021 40,660 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2019 38,662 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2017 37,842 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 5 Apr 2016 36,557 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 36,539 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 30 Jun 2010 36,094 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2009 35,547 miles

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

Fail 5 Jun 2009 35,547 miles

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

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Fail 6 Jul 2007 32,950 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2007 32,950 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 25,775 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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D394 JHY is a 1987 Yamaha VMX1200 in Orange with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 D394 JHY, 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 D394 JHY registered?

D394 JHY is a 1987 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is D394 JHY safe to buy?

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