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N264 BKN

1996 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

22,049 mi
Last recorded22,049 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Yamaha VMX120023,004 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN264 BKN
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 22,049 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2025 21,029 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit Very close to limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 16 May 2024 16,270 miles

Rear Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2023 15,427 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2022 15,409 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2021 15,380 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2019 15,366 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2018 15,290 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2017 15,216 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 15,183 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2015 15,057 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 14,909 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 14,758 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 14,672 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 14,494 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 14,264 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2010 14,264 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 12 Jun 2009 14,003 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 11,500 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 11,274 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 10,864 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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N264 BKN is a 1996 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 N264 BKN, 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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N264 BKN is a 1996 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 16 February 1996.

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The MOT history for N264 BKN shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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