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L5 VMX

1996 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

30,724 mi
Last recorded30,724 miles
Recorded on12 May 2025
Typical for 1996 Yamaha VMX120023,004 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL5 VMX
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2025 30,724 miles
Pass 20 May 2024 30,640 miles
Pass 27 May 2023 30,416 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2022 29,901 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 29,318 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 28,196 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Apr 2018 27,301 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 27,289 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2016 27,131 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 26,951 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 26,540 miles

Offside Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 5 Mar 2013 25,867 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2013 25,867 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 11 Jan 2012 24,912 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 24,439 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 23,744 miles

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 29 Mar 2006 23,040 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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L5 VMX is a 1996 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 L5 VMX, 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 L5 VMX registered?

L5 VMX is a 1996 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is L5 VMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for L5 VMX shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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