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P288 DEP

1999 Yamaha VMX1200

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2022
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

19,412 mi
Last recorded19,412 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2021
Typical for 1999 Yamaha VMX120018,540 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP288 DEP
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2021 19,412 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020
Pass 11 Dec 2018 19,407 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2018 19,407 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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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P288 DEP is a 1999 Yamaha VMX1200 in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P288 DEP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P288 DEP registered?

P288 DEP is a 1999 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 1 December 1999.

Is P288 DEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P288 DEP shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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