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J678 KHW

1999 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

31,000 mi
Last recorded31,000 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2017
Typical for 1999 Yamaha VMX120018,540 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ678 KHW
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2017 31,000 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2017 31,000 miles

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 30 Jul 2016 29,968 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 28,383 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

no. plate bracket slightly loose

Pass 7 May 2014 28,383 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 28,383 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Fail 10 Jun 2013 28,383 miles

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

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

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

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 5 Apr 2012 28,383 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 28,383 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2010 28,383 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2009 28,383 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2009 28,383 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1g)

Pass 24 May 2008 3,541 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 3,254 miles
Fail 24 May 2006 3,254 miles

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

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

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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J678 KHW is a 1999 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1999 Yamaha VMX1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 18,540 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 J678 KHW, 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 27 years old, this Yamaha VMX1200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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J678 KHW is a 1999 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 1 October 1999.

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