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P472 RGF

1996 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

77,921 mi
Last recorded77,921 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2025
Typical for 1996 Yamaha VMX120023,004 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP472 RGF
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2025 77,921 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2025 77,911 miles

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

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Jul 2024 74,373 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2023 72,271 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2022 70,472 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 69,068 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Jul 2020 66,253 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 59,818 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 54,793 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 49,657 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 46,163 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 44,120 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 41,829 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 39,648 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 38,597 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 37,112 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 34,852 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 33,812 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 33,150 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 30,673 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 15,622 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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P472 RGF is a 1996 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 P472 RGF, 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 P472 RGF registered?

P472 RGF is a 1996 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 12 August 1996.

Is P472 RGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P472 RGF shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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