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X161 TKJ

2001 Yamaha VMX1200

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2025
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

11,749 mi
Last recorded11,749 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2024
Typical for 2001 Yamaha VMX120014,768 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX161 TKJ
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2024 11,749 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2022 11,530 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2022 11,499 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 9,608 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 8,772 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 8,394 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 7,864 miles

FRONT TYRE AS SLIGHT WEAR AND PERISHING ,NO CORDS OR PLYS SHOWING TIME OF TEST

Pass 9 Jul 2014 7,678 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 6,447 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 6,391 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2011 6,391 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.E.2b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Aug 2010 6,327 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2010 6,327 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Pass 6 Feb 2008 5,837 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2008 5,785 miles

Brake pedal operating lever not secure to the pedal (3.3.A.1c)

Pass 1 Dec 2006 4,185 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2006 4,182 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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X161 TKJ is a 2001 Yamaha VMX1200 in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha VMX1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 14,768 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 X161 TKJ, 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 25 years old, this Yamaha VMX1200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X161 TKJ registered?

X161 TKJ is a 2001 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 24 January 2001.

Is X161 TKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for X161 TKJ shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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