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A3 VMX

1989 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2022
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

27,428 mi
Last recorded27,428 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2021
Typical for 1989 Yamaha VMX120027,135 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 VMX
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2021 27,428 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 8 Apr 2021 27,428 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jul 2016 27,406 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2016 27,406 miles

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 26 Apr 2005 25,922 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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A3 VMX is a 1989 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1989 Yamaha VMX1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 27,135 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 A3 VMX, 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 37 years old, this Yamaha VMX1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A3 VMX registered?

A3 VMX is a 1989 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 24 May 1989.

Is A3 VMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for A3 VMX shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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