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J565 GMG

1991 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2023
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,819 mi
Last recorded28,819 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2022
Typical for 1991 Yamaha VMX120025,857 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ565 GMG
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 1 Aug 2022 28,819 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Jun 2021 28,483 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

offside steering stop damaged.

Pass 31 May 2019 28,383 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 28,352 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 28,037 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 27,385 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 3 Sep 2010 23,993 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 22,793 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 20,733 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 15,614 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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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J565 GMG is a 1991 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 J565 GMG, 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 J565 GMG registered?

J565 GMG is a 1991 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 12 August 1991.

Is J565 GMG safe to buy?

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