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K656 PTR

1993 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

970 mi
Last recorded970 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2025
Typical for 1993 Yamaha VMX120025,109 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK656 PTR
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2025 970 miles

DAY TIME USE ONLY.only used during daylight hours, and not used at times of seriously reduced visibility

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 29 May 2021 927 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 May 2016 394 miles

Rear tyre showing signs of age [minor cracks]

Fail 9 May 2016 394 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Rear tyre showing signs of age [minor cracks]

Pass 15 May 2015 33,928 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2014 32,566 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Fail 15 Apr 2014 32,566 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 4 May 2013 30,935 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 30,825 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 30,518 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 30,006 miles
Fail 13 May 2010 29,969 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 9 May 2009 29,290 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 28,510 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 26,298 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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K656 PTR is a 1993 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1993 Yamaha VMX1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 25,109 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 K656 PTR, 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 33 years old, this Yamaha VMX1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K656 PTR registered?

K656 PTR is a 1993 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 31 December 1993.

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