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Y487 NJN

2001 Yamaha VMX1200

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

12,395 mi
Last recorded12,395 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2020
Typical for 2001 Yamaha VMX120014,768 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY487 NJN
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2020 12,395 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 12,379 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 12,376 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

rear tyre slightly rubbing swing arm

Pass 1 Apr 2016 12,343 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

rear tyre slightly rubbing on swing arm

Pass 1 May 2015 12,272 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 26 Apr 2014 12,099 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Apr 2013 11,713 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Apr 2012 11,469 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 20 Apr 2011 11,333 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 10,306 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 3 Apr 2010 10,303 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 29 Apr 2009 10,075 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2007 8,935 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2007 8,935 miles

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 6 Jul 2006 5,999 miles

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

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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Y487 NJN is a 2001 Yamaha VMX1200 in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 Y487 NJN, 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 Y487 NJN registered?

Y487 NJN is a 2001 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 16 July 2001.

Is Y487 NJN safe to buy?

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