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R1 LXF

2005 Yamaha VMX1200

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

13,925 mi
Last recorded13,925 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Yamaha VMX120010,794 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR1 LXF
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2026 13,925 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Mar 2025 13,703 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Sep 2023 13,547 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Sep 2022 13,489 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Mar 2021 13,185 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Mar 2020 11,660 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 11 Mar 2020 11,660 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 10 Jan 2019 10,794 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 10 Jan 2019 10,794 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 10 Jan 2018 9,383 miles

Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired Indicator slightly fast (1.5.3a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 10 Jan 2018 9,383 miles

Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired Indicator slightly fast (1.5.3a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 19 Jan 2017 7,120 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 7,116 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2013 6,931 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 6,893 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 6,744 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 5,935 miles
Fail 6 May 2011 5,935 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 5 Mar 2010 5,307 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2009 5,052 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 2,089 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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R1 LXF is a 2005 Yamaha VMX1200 in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2005 Yamaha VMX1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 10,794 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 R1 LXF, 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 21 years old, this Yamaha VMX1200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R1 LXF registered?

R1 LXF is a 2005 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 15 April 2005.

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