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PO56 CUX

2006 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

6,397 mi
Last recorded6,397 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Yamaha VMX120014,781 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPO56 CUX
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 6,397 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2024 6,190 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2023 5,907 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2022 5,856 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 5,642 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 5,403 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2019 5,256 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2019 5,256 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 1 Oct 2018 5,035 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2018 5,035 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Sep 2017 4,754 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 4,515 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 4,241 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 3,769 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 3,471 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 3,259 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 2,919 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2010 2,638 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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PO56 CUX is a 2006 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2006 Yamaha VMX1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.0% with a typical mileage of 14,781 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 PO56 CUX, 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 20 years old, this Yamaha VMX1200 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PO56 CUX registered?

PO56 CUX is a 2006 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 2 October 2006.

Is PO56 CUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for PO56 CUX shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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