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SJ05 BXL

2005 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

22,356 mi
Last recorded22,356 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 Yamaha VMX120010,794 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ05 BXL
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2025 22,356 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 May 2023 22,148 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

rear tyre perishing slightly

Pass 2 Apr 2021 21,437 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2020 18,707 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 18,023 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2019 18,023 miles

Rear Brake component insecure (1.1.21 (c))

Pass 3 Aug 2018 14,351 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 11,724 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 9,661 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 5,488 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 4,739 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 3,524 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 2,097 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 2,034 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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SJ05 BXL is a 2005 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 SJ05 BXL, 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 SJ05 BXL registered?

SJ05 BXL is a 2005 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 12 July 2005.

Is SJ05 BXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJ05 BXL shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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