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S55 FTW

2003 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

25,342 mi
Last recorded25,342 miles
Recorded on20 May 2017
Typical for 2003 Yamaha VMX120011,509 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS55 FTW
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 May 2017 25,342 miles
Fail 18 May 2017 25,311 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies Front brake. (1.3.1a)

Pass 30 Apr 2016 22,402 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2015 17,869 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 25 Apr 2015 17,869 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 17,180 miles

o/s fork seal shows a light misting of oil on fork leg.

Pass 28 Feb 2013 17,095 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 16,462 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2012 16,462 miles

Front Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Pass 26 Feb 2011 16,253 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2010 15,739 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 14,804 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2008 13,414 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 12,203 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 8,042 miles

Rear 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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S55 FTW is a 2003 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha VMX1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 11,509 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 S55 FTW, 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 23 years old, this Yamaha VMX1200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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S55 FTW is a 2003 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 10 June 2003.

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