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T15 VMX

1999 Yamaha VMX1200

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

45,663 mi
Last recorded45,663 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2023
Typical for 1999 Yamaha VMX120018,540 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT15 VMX
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2023 45,663 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 45,209 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 44,464 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2021 44,464 miles

Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 5 Jun 2019 42,576 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2019 42,576 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Central Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Central Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Central Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Central Front Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))

Central Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jun 2018 40,987 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 39,897 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 37,346 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Mar 2015 35,310 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2015 35,292 miles

Front position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2013 34,893 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2011 30,982 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 22,349 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 13 May 2009 19,836 miles

Centre Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 1 May 2008 15,253 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 16 May 2007 11,567 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 11,225 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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T15 VMX is a 1999 Yamaha VMX1200 in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 T15 VMX, 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 T15 VMX registered?

T15 VMX is a 1999 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 10 April 1999.

Is T15 VMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for T15 VMX shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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