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E949 WCL

1998 Yamaha VMX1200

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

47,896 mi
Last recorded47,896 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha VMX120018,535 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE949 WCL
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 47,896 miles

Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Surface corrosion on underside of frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Brake disc worn, but not excessively Corrosion present in vents (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2024 47,787 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2022 47,639 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 47,209 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 45,883 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2019 44,396 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2018 43,307 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Nov 2017 42,640 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2017 42,639 miles

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Exhaust clamps corroded.

Exhaust clamps missing.

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front brake caliper conversion kit fitted. Conversion plates are not as thick a gauge as standard.

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

Pass 22 Aug 2016 42,633 miles

Centre Front Lower Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Centre Front Lower Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Centre Front Lower Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Centre Rear Lower Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Centre Rear Lower Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

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

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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E949 WCL is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200 in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha VMX1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 18,535 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 E949 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 28 years old, this Yamaha VMX1200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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E949 WCL is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 1 January 1998.

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