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E324 TCV

1988 Yamaha VMX1200

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2015
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

21,313 mi
Last recorded21,313 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2014
Typical for 1988 Yamaha VMX120028,664 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE324 TCV
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2014 21,313 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

No lights fitted at time of test

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 30 May 2013 20,544 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

No lights fitted at time of test

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 22 May 2012 19,300 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

no lights working (disconnected)

Pass 5 Aug 2009 17,248 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 17 Jul 2009 17,195 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Nearside Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 6 Jul 2007 16,463 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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E324 TCV is a 1988 Yamaha VMX1200 in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1988 Yamaha VMX1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 28,664 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 E324 TCV, 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 38 years old, this Yamaha VMX1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E324 TCV registered?

E324 TCV is a 1988 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is E324 TCV safe to buy?

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