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F394 NMX

1988 Yamaha VMX1200

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2025
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

75,797 mi
Last recorded75,797 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2024
Typical for 1988 Yamaha VMX120028,664 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF394 NMX
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc
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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2024 75,797 miles
Pass 27 May 2023 75,532 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 75,193 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2020 75,057 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2019 74,442 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2018 73,620 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2017 73,288 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2016 72,570 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 71,496 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2014 20,447 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2013 69,357 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 68,361 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 68,102 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 68,053 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2010 68,053 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 11 Sep 2009 67,828 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2009 67,828 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 10 Sep 2008 67,551 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 67,263 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2006 66,622 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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F394 NMX is a 1988 Yamaha VMX1200 in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 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 F394 NMX, 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 F394 NMX registered?

F394 NMX is a 1988 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is F394 NMX safe to buy?

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