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F24 WAR

1996 Yamaha VMX1200

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests35 (29 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate82.9%

Mileage

48,563 mi
Last recorded48,563 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 Yamaha VMX120023,004 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF24 WAR
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

29 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2025 48,563 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2025 3,956 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2024 3,542 miles
Pass 25 May 2024 47,824 miles

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort disc may be warped (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 5 Apr 2024 47,824 miles

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake caliper inadequately mounted and braking performance affected hitting shock absorber (1.1.16 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 29 Aug 2023 3,084 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2022 2,928 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 47,736 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2022 47,736 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 May 2021 47,695 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2020 2,917 miles
Pass 22 May 2020 47,484 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 47,258 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2019 47,258 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Sep 2018 2,885 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2018 46,873 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 2,802 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 27 Sep 2017 2,802 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 7 Apr 2017 44,974 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 2,368 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 44,156 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 2,069 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 44,105 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 1,896 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2014 43,186 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 20 Mar 2014 43,186 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 1,423 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 43,042 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 43,000 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 42,358 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 41,915 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2009 41,915 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 8 Apr 2008 39,878 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 37,260 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 34,339 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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F24 WAR is a 1996 Yamaha VMX1200 in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 35 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.9%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha VMX1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 23,004 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 F24 WAR, 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 30 years old, this Yamaha VMX1200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was F24 WAR registered?

F24 WAR is a 1996 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is F24 WAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for F24 WAR shows 35 tests with a 82.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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