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J935 TEC

1991 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

46,830 mi
Last recorded46,830 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2019
Typical for 1991 Yamaha VMX120025,857 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ935 TEC
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2019 46,830 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2018 44,437 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2017 40,272 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 34,571 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 30,234 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2013 27,430 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 29 Aug 2013 27,430 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2011 23,702 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2011 23,702 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 19 Mar 2008
Fail 14 Mar 2008 22,854 miles

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Pass 11 Dec 2006 22,587 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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J935 TEC 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 75%.

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 J935 TEC, 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 J935 TEC registered?

J935 TEC is a 1991 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 1 September 1991.

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