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J950 NJR

1991 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

59,401 mi
Last recorded59,401 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 1991 Yamaha VMX120025,857 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ950 NJR
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 59,401 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2025 58,587 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 58,314 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 56,914 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 55,897 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 54,637 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 27 Sep 2014 54,637 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 20 Sep 2013 52,520 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2013 52,520 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.2b)

Pass 5 Sep 2012 46,139 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 42,385 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2011 42,384 miles

Offside Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

Pass 2 Nov 2010 41,030 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2010 41,030 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2009 38,755 miles
Fail 23 May 2009 38,752 miles

Offside Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Nearside Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Apr 2008 36,822 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 32,834 miles

Circlip missing from gear linkage (Rectified)

Fail 29 Mar 2007 32,834 miles

Circlip missing from gear linkage (Rectified)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j)

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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J950 NJR is a 1991 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 J950 NJR, 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 J950 NJR registered?

J950 NJR is a 1991 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is J950 NJR safe to buy?

The MOT history for J950 NJR shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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