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D962 CFV

1987 Yamaha VMX1200

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

26,209 mi
Last recorded26,209 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2018
Typical for 1987 Yamaha VMX120028,119 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD962 CFV
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2018 26,209 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 25,716 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2017 25,716 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 24 Jun 2016 25,216 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 23 Jun 2015 24,897 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 23 Jun 2015 24,897 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 24,416 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2014 24,416 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 22 Jun 2013 23,581 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 23,098 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 9 Jun 2011 22,681 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 21,985 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 21,508 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 21,166 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 20,641 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 20,132 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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D962 CFV is a 1987 Yamaha VMX1200 in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 D962 CFV, 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 D962 CFV registered?

D962 CFV is a 1987 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is D962 CFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for D962 CFV 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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