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P13 SAR

1996 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2024
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

10,761 mi
Last recorded10,761 miles
Recorded on17 May 2023
Typical for 1996 Yamaha VMX120023,004 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP13 SAR
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 May 2023 10,761 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2022 9,841 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2020 9,637 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 9,520 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2019 9,520 miles

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 17 Apr 2018 9,324 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 9,264 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 9,245 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 9,134 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 8,956 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 8,939 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 8,853 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 8,306 miles

both tyres have minor cracks in side-walls

Pass 18 Jul 2008 7,760 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 7,065 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 5,928 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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P13 SAR is a 1996 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 P13 SAR, 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 P13 SAR registered?

P13 SAR is a 1996 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 13 September 1996.

Is P13 SAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P13 SAR shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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