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DX51 WDO

2001 Yamaha VMX1200

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jul 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

18,048 mi
Last recorded18,048 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2025
Typical for 2001 Yamaha VMX120014,768 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX51 WDO
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2025 18,048 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2024 17,604 miles
Pass 27 May 2023 16,821 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2022 16,441 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 15,196 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2020 13,348 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 10,344 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2019 10,299 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2019 10,299 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 May 2016 9,085 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 8,625 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 7,994 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 7,670 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2012 7,670 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2011 6,740 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2011 6,740 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 5 Jun 2010 4,846 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 4,441 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 3,379 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 3,086 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 2,642 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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DX51 WDO is a 2001 Yamaha VMX1200 in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha VMX1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 14,768 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 DX51 WDO, 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 25 years old, this Yamaha VMX1200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DX51 WDO?

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What year was DX51 WDO registered?

DX51 WDO is a 2001 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 12 September 2001.

Is DX51 WDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX51 WDO shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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