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T178 JAU

1999 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

29,821 mi
Last recorded29,821 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2014
Typical for 1999 Yamaha VMX120018,540 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT178 JAU
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2014 29,821 miles

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 13 Jul 2013 27,339 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 25,994 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 25,706 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 23,181 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 22,735 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2006 22,054 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Pass 12 Jul 2006 22,054 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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T178 JAU is a 1999 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 T178 JAU, 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 T178 JAU registered?

T178 JAU is a 1999 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 10 June 1999.

Is T178 JAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for T178 JAU shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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