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MC51 MKD

2001 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jun 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

20,179 mi
Last recorded20,179 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Yamaha VMX120014,768 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMC51 MKD
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2026 20,179 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 13 Jun 2026 20,155 miles

Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Jun 2025 19,943 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 28 Jun 2024 19,835 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 5 Aug 2022 19,483 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2021 19,081 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2020 18,187 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 16,786 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 15,851 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 6 May 2015 14,907 miles

Nearside Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Apr 2014 13,781 miles

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

Nearside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Mar 2013 12,287 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside Front Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 26 Mar 2012 11,134 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 23 Mar 2012 11,123 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Mar 2011 35,840 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Mar 2010 2,993 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Mar 2009 21,209 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 17,105 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 10,211 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 7,136 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2006 7,136 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

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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MC51 MKD is a 2001 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 MC51 MKD, 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 MC51 MKD registered?

MC51 MKD is a 2001 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is MC51 MKD safe to buy?

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