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M837 DEX

1999 Yamaha VMX1200

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

43,236 mi
Last recorded43,236 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2017
Typical for 1999 Yamaha VMX120018,540 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM837 DEX
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2017 43,236 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2016 41,653 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 39,163 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2013 37,051 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 25 Jul 2013 37,051 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 36,979 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 30,259 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 30,006 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 29,467 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 28,946 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 28,670 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2006 28,276 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2005 26,757 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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M837 DEX is a 1999 Yamaha VMX1200 in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1999 Yamaha VMX1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 18,540 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 M837 DEX, 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 27 years old, this Yamaha VMX1200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M837 DEX registered?

M837 DEX is a 1999 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 1 August 1999.

Is M837 DEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for M837 DEX shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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