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N329 KEX

1996 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

24,668 mi
Last recorded24,668 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Yamaha VMX120023,004 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN329 KEX
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 24,668 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 May 2025 23,864 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 May 2024 22,101 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2021 21,859 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2021 21,859 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 5 Nov 2020 21,684 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2020 21,671 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 25 Jan 2019 21,143 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 20,305 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2017 19,043 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Sep 2016 17,537 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2015 15,720 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Oct 2014 14,022 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Sep 2013 12,106 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 11,531 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 10,852 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2010 9,340 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 8,005 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 6,748 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 5,792 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2007 5,792 miles

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 20 Jun 2006 3,225 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2006 2,835 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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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N329 KEX is a 1996 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 N329 KEX, 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 N329 KEX registered?

N329 KEX is a 1996 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 14 May 1996.

Is N329 KEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for N329 KEX shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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