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F199 ETH

1989 Yamaha VMX1200

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

38,452 mi
Last recorded38,452 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2026
Typical for 1989 Yamaha VMX120027,135 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF199 ETH
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2026 38,452 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2025 35,314 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 27 Jan 2024 34,327 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 27 Jan 2023 30,800 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 25 Jan 2022 28,528 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2021 26,736 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2020 24,346 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2019 21,817 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 17,781 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2017 15,354 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 8 Feb 2017 15,354 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 17 Feb 2016 30,548 miles

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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F199 ETH is a 1989 Yamaha VMX1200 in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1989 Yamaha VMX1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 27,135 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 F199 ETH, 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 37 years old, this Yamaha VMX1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F199 ETH registered?

F199 ETH is a 1989 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is F199 ETH safe to buy?

The MOT history for F199 ETH shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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