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K922 YFR

1996 Yamaha VMX1200

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

15,789 mi
Last recorded15,789 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Yamaha VMX120023,004 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK922 YFR
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 15,789 miles
Pass 19 May 2025 15,234 miles
Fail 14 May 2025 15,201 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 May 2024 14,222 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 14,064 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 13,906 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 7 Apr 2021 13,906 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 23 Jan 2020 13,757 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2019 13,708 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2012 61,459 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Jul 2011 59,095 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 24 Jul 2010 52,990 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Jul 2010 52,990 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Jun 2009 48,285 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 44,060 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Jun 2007 40,297 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2006 34,212 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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K922 YFR is a 1996 Yamaha VMX1200 in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 K922 YFR, 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 K922 YFR registered?

K922 YFR is a 1996 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 17 June 1996.

Is K922 YFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for K922 YFR shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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