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K18 JMO

1996 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

29,779 mi
Last recorded29,779 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 Yamaha VMX120023,004 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK18 JMO
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2025 29,779 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2024 28,798 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2024 28,776 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre has light surface cracking

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 30 May 2023 25,798 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 25,557 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2021 25,490 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 25,333 miles

Offside exhaust cracked

Pass 14 May 2019 25,136 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 24,967 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 24,571 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 24,187 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 22,244 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 21,722 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 21,661 miles

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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K18 JMO is a 1996 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 K18 JMO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K18 JMO registered?

K18 JMO is a 1996 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 30 December 1996.

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The MOT history for K18 JMO shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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