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M40 VMX

2001 Yamaha VMX1200

Silver Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2014
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

21,850 mi
Last recorded21,850 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2013
Typical for 2001 Yamaha VMX120014,768 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM40 VMX
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2013 21,850 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2013 21,850 miles

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 14 Sep 2012 19,914 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 16 Sep 2011 17,648 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 14,778 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 18 Sep 2009 11,308 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 19 Sep 2008 6,417 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 3,390 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 3,206 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2005 3,198 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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M40 VMX is a 2001 Yamaha VMX1200 in Silver with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha VMX1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 14,768 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 M40 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 25 years old, this Yamaha VMX1200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M40 VMX registered?

M40 VMX is a 2001 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 14 May 2001.

Is M40 VMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for M40 VMX shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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