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Y646 RVU

2001 Yamaha VMX1200

Silver Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 May 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

13,417 mi
Last recorded13,417 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Yamaha VMX120014,768 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY646 RVU
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 13,417 miles
Pass 13 May 2025 13,127 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 17 May 2024 12,950 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 12,728 miles
Pass 14 May 2022 12,441 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 12,274 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 11,986 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2013 11,500 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 10,718 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2011 9,697 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2010 8,030 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2010 8,030 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 7,520 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Aug 2008 7,008 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2007 6,646 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 5,863 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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Y646 RVU is a 2001 Yamaha VMX1200 in Silver with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 Y646 RVU, 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 Y646 RVU registered?

Y646 RVU is a 2001 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 17 August 2001.

Is Y646 RVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y646 RVU shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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