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C355 LFF

1986 Yamaha VMX1200

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2023
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

22,254 mi
Last recorded22,254 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2022
Typical for 1986 Yamaha VMX120027,086 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC355 LFF
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1986
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2022 22,254 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 21,770 miles
Pass 18 May 2020 20,537 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 20,477 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 12 Aug 2017 20,477 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 19 May 2016 19,587 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 19,570 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 19,527 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 19,435 miles
Fail 14 May 2009 19,435 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m) DANGEROUS

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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C355 LFF is a 1986 Yamaha VMX1200 in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1986 Yamaha VMX1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 27,086 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 C355 LFF, 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 40 years old, this Yamaha VMX1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C355 LFF registered?

C355 LFF is a 1986 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C355 LFF safe to buy?

The MOT history for C355 LFF shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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