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P61 YHB

1996 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 May 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,938 mi
Last recorded40,938 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Yamaha VMX120023,004 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP61 YHB
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 27 Apr 2026 40,938 miles
Pass 2 May 2025 40,250 miles
Pass 3 May 2024 39,469 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 39,298 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 15 Jun 2013 39,070 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 38,890 miles

Nearside Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nearside Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Offside Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Jun 2011 38,394 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Mar 2010 37,308 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 36,675 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 25 Mar 2008 35,173 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2007 30,309 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 20 Mar 2006 23,691 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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P61 YHB is a 1996 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P61 YHB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P61 YHB registered?

P61 YHB is a 1996 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 1 September 1996.

Is P61 YHB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P61 YHB shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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