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P686 GPE

1996 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

23,341 mi
Last recorded23,341 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 1996 Yamaha VMX120023,004 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP686 GPE
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 23,341 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2025 23,341 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Jul 2022 23,337 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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P686 GPE is a 1996 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 P686 GPE, 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 P686 GPE registered?

P686 GPE is a 1996 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 1 September 1996.

Is P686 GPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P686 GPE shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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