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E493 FNU

1987 Yamaha Vmx 1200

Red Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

33,085 mi
Last recorded33,085 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE493 FNU
MakeYamaha
ModelVmx 1200
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2017 33,085 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 32,910 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 32,440 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 31,742 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 30,888 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 30,871 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2011 30,860 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 27 Mar 2009 30,990 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 30,285 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 29,941 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Vmx 1200?

Based on 1,112 MOT tests across 136 vehicles.

88.3%
Pass Rate
612
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
136
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 8
Direction indicator not working 7
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 6
Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute 6
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 6
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E493 FNU is a 1987 Yamaha Vmx 1200 in Red with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

The most common reason a Yamaha Vmx 1200 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E493 FNU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Vmx 1200 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 39 years old, this Yamaha Vmx 1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E493 FNU registered?

E493 FNU is a 1987 Yamaha Vmx 1200, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is E493 FNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for E493 FNU shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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