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Y243 NLC

2001 Yamaha VMX1200

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

16,028 mi
Last recorded16,028 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2018
Typical for 2001 Yamaha VMX120014,768 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY243 NLC
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2018 16,028 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 19 Sep 2015 15,978 miles

Centre Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit slightly worn (4.1.3(i))

Pass 16 Aug 2014 15,928 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2013 13,922 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 25 Jul 2012 13,060 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 11,811 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 10,070 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 8,636 miles

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

Fail 24 Jun 2008 6,845 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 24 Jun 2008 6,845 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2007 2,482 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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Y243 NLC is a 2001 Yamaha VMX1200 in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 Y243 NLC, 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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What year was Y243 NLC registered?

Y243 NLC is a 2001 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 19 March 2001.

Is Y243 NLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y243 NLC shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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