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Y237 HPK

2001 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2023
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

27,524 mi
Last recorded27,524 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2022
Typical for 2001 Yamaha VMX120014,768 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY237 HPK
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2022 27,524 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 25,154 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2020 25,086 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 24,372 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 22,890 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Aug 2016 20,580 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 May 2015 20,185 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 May 2014 18,274 miles

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 26 May 2012 16,487 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 15,944 miles

Coolant leak

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

bottom fork yoke has bolt missing

front brakes binding slightly

front tyre pressure was low

Fail 31 May 2011 15,944 miles

Coolant leak

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Oil leak

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

bottom fork yoke has bolt missing

front brakes binding slightly

front tyre pressure was low

Pass 4 Apr 2009 11,915 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2007 9,322 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 29 Jun 2006 9,429 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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Y237 HPK is a 2001 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 Y237 HPK, 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.

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Y237 HPK is a 2001 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 19 April 2001.

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