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T159 GBL

1999 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2021
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

27,406 mi
Last recorded27,406 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2019
Typical for 1999 Yamaha VMX120018,540 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT159 GBL
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2019 27,406 miles

Central Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2018 26,421 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2018 26,421 miles

Front Tyre is unsuitable (5.2.3 (a))

Pass 23 Sep 2017 26,020 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2016 24,718 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 24,495 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 24,327 miles

Front Brake master cylinder slightly damaged (3.2.B1b)

Pass 9 Apr 2014 23,847 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 22,913 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 22,310 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 21,332 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 20,265 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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T159 GBL is a 1999 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 T159 GBL, 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.

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What year was T159 GBL registered?

T159 GBL is a 1999 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is T159 GBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for T159 GBL shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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