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Y166 ABL

2001 Yamaha VMX1200

Silver Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,836 mi
Last recorded19,836 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 Yamaha VMX120014,768 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY166 ABL
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 19 Mar 2026 19,836 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2025 16,589 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2024 14,512 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2023 11,283 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 11,247 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2019 11,155 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 11,016 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 10,128 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 9,982 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 9,493 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 8,526 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2012 8,401 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2011 8,099 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2010 7,647 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 7,225 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 7,010 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 6,550 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2006 6,240 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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Y166 ABL is a 2001 Yamaha VMX1200 in Silver with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 Y166 ABL, 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 Y166 ABL registered?

Y166 ABL is a 2001 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 14 June 2001.

Is Y166 ABL safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y166 ABL shows 18 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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