MOT Status
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49,208 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy possibly steering damper (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened rear swing arm and chassis corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
front brake spongy but works ok
front tyre has slight side wall perishing
front brakes slightly binding
rear tyre has slight side wall perishing
front tyre side wall slightly perished
rear tyre side wall slightly perished
Front front tyre slightly perished
Rear rear tyre slightly perished
Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.1)
How Reliable is the Yamaha VMX1200?
Based on 22,292 MOT tests across 2,219 vehicles.
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E488 SFX is a 1988 Yamaha VMX1200 in Red with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.
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 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 E488 SFX, 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 E488 SFX registered?
E488 SFX is a 1988 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 30 December 1988.
Is E488 SFX safe to buy?
The MOT history for E488 SFX shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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