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N223 KUG

1996 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

7,893 mi
Last recorded7,893 miles
Recorded on8 May 2018
Typical for 1996 Yamaha VMX120023,004 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN223 KUG
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 May 2018 7,893 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 7,065 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 5,590 miles
Fail 4 May 2016 5,588 miles

Rear Tyre fouling another component (4.1.4)

Pass 30 Apr 2013 1,500 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2012 1,452 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 11 Apr 2012 1,452 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2011 566 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 11 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2008 24,688 miles

Front Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 15 Oct 2008 24,688 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 18,120 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 14,201 miles

Front Upper Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

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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N223 KUG is a 1996 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 N223 KUG, 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 N223 KUG registered?

N223 KUG is a 1996 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 27 March 1996.

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The MOT history for N223 KUG shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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