MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
41,313 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)
Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering interfearing with rad on lock to lock after market lights (9.2.2a)
Suspension weakened allowing body or other component to foul a road wheel or would do so if laden both rear mud guard bolts rubbing tyres (2.4.A.1b)
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Front suspension inadequate damping effect (9.2.7d)
Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
How Reliable is the Yamaha VMX1200?
Based on 22,292 MOT tests across 2,219 vehicles.
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E556 WCL is a 1988 Yamaha VMX1200 in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.
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 E556 WCL, 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 E556 WCL registered?
E556 WCL is a 1988 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 31 December 1988.
Is E556 WCL safe to buy?
The MOT history for E556 WCL shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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