Yamaha Vmx1200
MotorcycleFrom 1,124 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, a stop lamp not showing a steady red light or has significantly reduced light intensity and a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely. The top issue, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, caused 14 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 14 |
| a stop lamp not showing a steady red light or has significantly reduced light intensity | 12 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 8 |
| parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value | 8 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 7 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 6 |
| excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution | 6 |
| a brake lining or pad contaminated with oil, grease etc | 6 |
| projected beam image is obviously incorrect | 6 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 6 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 35.4% of failures are serious: 25.3% are safety issues (brakes, steering, tyre damage) and 10.1% could actually leave you stranded. That's close to the 44.4% average across all models. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £73.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 1999 | 86.1% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, a brake lining or pad contaminated with oil, grease etc |
| 1998 | 87% | a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake |
| 1997 | 88.2% | a stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely |
Typical mileage
Half of all Vmx1200s tested had between 14,067 and 34,096 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 21,945 median miles, the Vmx1200 has 0.056 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Yamaha models
| Yamaha Mt | 87.6% |
| Yamaha Gpd125-A Nmax 125 Abs | 80.8% |
| Yamaha Yzf R1 | 87.8% |
| Yamaha Unclassified | 86.6% |
| Yamaha Fzs600 | 83.1% |
Common questions
What is the Yamaha Vmx1200 MOT pass rate?
The Yamaha Vmx1200 has a 87.8% MOT pass rate based on 1,124 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Yamaha Vmx1200?
The most common MOT failure on the Yamaha Vmx1200 is significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, which caused 14 failures. Other common issues include a stop lamp not showing a steady red light or has significantly reduced light intensity.
What is the typical mileage of a Yamaha Vmx1200 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Yamaha Vmx1200 is 21,945 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 14,067 and 34,096 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.