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VM03 YAM

2003 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

17,197 mi
Last recorded17,197 miles
Recorded on22 May 2025
Typical for 2003 Yamaha VMX120011,509 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVM03 YAM
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2025 17,197 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 17,100 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 16,865 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 16,837 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 16,795 miles

rear tyre has slight perishing of the sidewalls

Pass 7 Aug 2013 16,460 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 16,144 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 15,743 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2010 14,483 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2010 14,483 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 3 Jul 2009 13,356 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2008 10,791 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 31 May 2007 9,090 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2006 6,045 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2006 6,045 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

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 YAM is a 2003 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 YAM, 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 YAM registered?

VM03 YAM is a 2003 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 10 June 2003.

Is VM03 YAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for VM03 YAM shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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