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J876 JHY

1996 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

8,682 mi
Last recorded8,682 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2017
Typical for 1996 Yamaha VMX120023,004 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ876 JHY
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2017 8,682 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 20 Jul 2017 8,666 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 16 Aug 2013 7,362 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 7,301 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 7,018 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 6,620 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 22 Jul 2005 6,342 miles
Fail 26 May 2005 6,315 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Lower Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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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J876 JHY is a 1996 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 J876 JHY, 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 J876 JHY registered?

J876 JHY is a 1996 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 16 September 1996.

Is J876 JHY safe to buy?

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