Yamaha VMX1200

Multi-colour · Petrol · 2001 · 1,198 cc

Y285 UJCMOT history

Y285 UJC is a multi-colour petrol Yamaha VMX1200 first used on 21 Apr 2001. Its MOT expired on 15 Jul 2025 and it has passed 8 of 12 MOT tests, with 4,672 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jul 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Jul 2025
Mileage
4,672 mi
At MOT on 16 Jul 2024
MOT tests
12
8 passed · 4 failed
Per year
197 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y285 UJC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Yamaha
Model
VMX1200
Colour
Multi-colour
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
21 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
16 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y285 UJC was last recorded at 4,672 miles on 16 Jul 2024, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
4,671 miles · 12 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
197 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 4,672 miles
  • 2018 – 4,510 miles
  • 2017 – 4,238 miles
  • 2015 – 4,201 miles
  • 2010 – 3,703 miles
  • 2009 – 3,326 miles
  • 2008 – 2,612 miles
  • 2006 – 1,110 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass4,672 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

12 tests since 29 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass4,672 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    4,672 miles
    Test number
    279108784738
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  2. Fail4,671 miles (+161)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    4,671 miles
    Test number
    753669988186
    • DangerousStop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  3. Pass4,510 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2019
    Odometer
    4,510 miles
    Test number
    396027759457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail4,510 miles (+272)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    4,510 miles
    Test number
    403178291281
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.7.3a)
  5. Pass4,238 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    4,238 miles
    Test number
    579236044499
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre on limit (4.1.3(ii))
  6. Fail4,238 miles (+37)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    4,238 miles
    Test number
    310958682099
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.7.3a)
    • Repaired at testStop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre on limit (4.1.3(ii))
  7. Pass4,201 miles (+498)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    4,201 miles
    Test number
    648886019457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass3,703 miles (+377)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    3,703 miles
    Test number
    742546050182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass3,326 miles (+714)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2010
    Odometer
    3,326 miles
    Test number
    771568829184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass2,612 miles (+1,502)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    2,612 miles
    Test number
    774499258076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass1,110 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    1,110 miles
    Test number
    994843206212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail1,110 miles5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    1,110 miles
    Test number
    640560886139
    • FailureCentre Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)
    • FailureCentre Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Questions about Y285 UJC

Does Y285 UJC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y285 UJC expired on 15 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y285 UJC?
The MOT on Y285 UJC expired on 15 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y285 UJC done?
Y285 UJC was recorded at 4,672 miles at its MOT on 16 Jul 2024, an average of 197 miles a year.
Has Y285 UJC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y285 UJC has failed 4 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on Y285 UJC ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on Y285 UJC find?
Y285 UJC passed its latest MOT on 16 Jul 2024 with 3 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front shock absorber has a light misting of oil; offside front shock absorber has a light misting of oil.

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