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S853 AAW

1999 Yamaha VMX1200

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

25,201 mi
Last recorded25,201 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 1999 Yamaha VMX120018,540 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS853 AAW
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 9 Sep 2025 25,201 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 May 2023 24,111 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 May 2022 23,188 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Sep 2020 23,126 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Mar 2019 22,612 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 21,612 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2016 20,413 miles

front tyre weather/age cracks to sidewall and in between tread, no ply/cord visible

Pass 13 Nov 2015 19,507 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 16,168 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 13,967 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 10,807 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 9,603 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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S853 AAW is a 1999 Yamaha VMX1200 in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1999 Yamaha VMX1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 18,540 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 S853 AAW, 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 27 years old, this Yamaha VMX1200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S853 AAW registered?

S853 AAW is a 1999 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 1 January 1999.

Is S853 AAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for S853 AAW shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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