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N500 VMX

1999 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

20,491 mi
Last recorded20,491 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 Yamaha VMX120018,540 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN500 VMX
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 20,491 miles
Pass 15 May 2025 20,138 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2023 19,583 miles
Pass 22 May 2023 19,572 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Apr 2022 19,530 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 19,460 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2021 19,460 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 May 2020 19,198 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2019 19,126 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 18,625 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 18,590 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 18,585 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 12 Jan 2012 18,585 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Direction indicator obscured (1.5.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 18 Jul 2007 18,505 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 15,336 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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N500 VMX is a 1999 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 N500 VMX, 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 N500 VMX registered?

N500 VMX is a 1999 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 14 July 1999.

Is N500 VMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for N500 VMX shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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