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J316 HBD

1991 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

67,834 mi
Last recorded67,834 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 1991 Yamaha VMX120025,857 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ316 HBD
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 67,834 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2024 67,818 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2024 67,818 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Sep 2021 67,811 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 67,570 miles

Suspect front tyre starting to perish

Pass 12 Sep 2019 67,328 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 67,298 miles

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

Fail 4 Jul 2018 67,292 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

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

Rear position lamp deteriorated but function not impeded

Front brake reservoir leaking but at time of test fluid level not low

Pass 5 Mar 2013 67,030 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 14 Mar 2012 66,120 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 63,874 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 60,005 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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J316 HBD is a 1991 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1991 Yamaha VMX1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 25,857 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 J316 HBD, 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 35 years old, this Yamaha VMX1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J316 HBD registered?

J316 HBD is a 1991 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 1 August 1991.

Is J316 HBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for J316 HBD shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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