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P861 BFO

2008 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

38,619 mi
Last recorded38,619 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha VMX120011,036 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP861 BFO
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2025 38,619 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2024 37,141 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2024 37,136 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2023 35,054 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 35,015 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 33,821 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2018 33,821 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 9 Jan 2016 33,758 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 2 Jul 2013 39,426 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 14 Apr 2011 37,265 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 29,426 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(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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P861 BFO is a 2008 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha VMX1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 11,036 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 P861 BFO, 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 18 years old, this Yamaha VMX1200 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was P861 BFO registered?

P861 BFO is a 2008 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 2 September 2008.

Is P861 BFO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P861 BFO shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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