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B558 FGP

1985 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2012
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,516 mi
Last recorded14,516 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2011
Typical for 1985 Yamaha VMX120029,581 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB558 FGP
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 4 Jun 2011 14,516 miles

Body work paint finish requires attention

Centre Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Drive chain lightly rubbing (6.2.1d)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Rear position lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Spare tyre defective

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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B558 FGP is a 1985 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1985 Yamaha VMX1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 29,581 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 B558 FGP, 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 41 years old, this Yamaha VMX1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B558 FGP registered?

B558 FGP is a 1985 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B558 FGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for B558 FGP shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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