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VM03 FAT

2003 Yamaha VMX1200

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

273 mi
Last recorded273 miles
Recorded on23 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Yamaha VMX120011,509 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVM03 FAT
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 May 2026 273 miles
Pass 10 May 2025 7,430 miles
Pass 4 May 2024 5,674 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2023 4,025 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2022 1,868 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 8 Jul 2021 1,618 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2021 1,618 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Fail 15 Jun 2021

Front Tyre is unsuitable (5.2.3 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2018 1,470 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 140 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 3,927 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 3,413 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Apr 2014 2,739 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 5 Mar 2013 646 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2012 95 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 28 Jan 2012 95 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 6 Dec 2010 1 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 1 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2008 5,856 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 5 Aug 2008 5,856 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 27 Jun 2006 5,357 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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VM03 FAT is a 2003 Yamaha VMX1200 in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha VMX1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 11,509 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 VM03 FAT, 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 23 years old, this Yamaha VMX1200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was VM03 FAT registered?

VM03 FAT is a 2003 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 3 June 2003.

Is VM03 FAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for VM03 FAT shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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