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E844 PFV

1988 Yamaha VMX1200

Red Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

29,538 mi
Last recorded29,538 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2015
Typical for 1988 Yamaha VMX120028,664 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE844 PFV
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2015 29,538 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 29,488 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 28,670 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 28,658 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 6 May 2011 28,658 miles

front fork dust seals signs of perishing

Fail 30 Apr 2011 28,658 miles

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

front fork dust seals signs of perishing

Pass 10 May 2010 28,658 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2010 28,658 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Pass 10 Apr 2009 28,208 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 25,911 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 9 Apr 2008 25,801 miles

Clutch lever positioned so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g)

Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear position lamp damaged and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Pass 7 Apr 2007 22,477 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 21,898 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2006 21,894 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.4.A.2c)

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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E844 PFV is a 1988 Yamaha VMX1200 in Red with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 E844 PFV, 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 E844 PFV registered?

E844 PFV is a 1988 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 31 December 1988.

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The MOT history for E844 PFV shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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