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Y269 YBC

2001 Yamaha VMX1200

Silver Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

28,218 mi
Last recorded28,218 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Yamaha VMX120014,768 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY269 YBC
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 28,218 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2023 28,218 miles
Pass 3 May 2022 28,211 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 28,098 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 28,046 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 27,946 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2018 27,946 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 20 Mar 2017 27,592 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 26,967 miles

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

Fail 27 Feb 2015 25,799 miles

Nearside Front Indicator switch insecure (1.5.4)

Pass 27 Feb 2015 25,799 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2014 24,074 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

front tyre sidewalls cracking

Pass 20 Mar 2014 24,074 miles

front tyre sidewalls cracking

Pass 19 Mar 2013 22,714 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 21,834 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 19,412 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 17,195 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 13,494 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 9,673 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 8,261 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 5,126 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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Y269 YBC is a 2001 Yamaha VMX1200 in Silver with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 Y269 YBC, 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 Y269 YBC registered?

Y269 YBC is a 2001 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 1 April 2001.

Is Y269 YBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y269 YBC shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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