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N544 NCK

1996 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

32,640 mi
Last recorded32,640 miles
Recorded on22 May 2025
Typical for 1996 Yamaha VMX120023,004 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN544 NCK
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2025 32,640 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2014 32,235 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 26 Jul 2014 32,235 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 11 May 2013 30,190 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 28 Apr 2012 22,968 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 23 Apr 2011 25,245 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 22,757 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 18,248 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 13,940 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 3 Mar 2007 12,735 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2005 11,362 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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N544 NCK is a 1996 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 N544 NCK, 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 N544 NCK registered?

N544 NCK is a 1996 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is N544 NCK safe to buy?

The MOT history for N544 NCK shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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