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T179 GBT

1999 Yamaha VMX1200

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

31,652 mi
Last recorded31,652 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 1999 Yamaha VMX120018,540 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT179 GBT
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 27 Apr 2026 31,652 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2025 30,627 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2024 23,580 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 27,382 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2022 24,693 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 22,640 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 7 May 2019 20,731 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 19,273 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 16,858 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 14,954 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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T179 GBT is a 1999 Yamaha VMX1200 in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 T179 GBT, 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 T179 GBT registered?

T179 GBT is a 1999 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 1 December 1999.

Is T179 GBT safe to buy?

The MOT history for T179 GBT shows 10 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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