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F526 KEC

1988 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

15,946 mi
Last recorded15,946 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2019
Typical for 1988 Yamaha VMX120028,664 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF526 KEC
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2019 15,946 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 14,641 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 14,448 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 14,078 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 13,823 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 13,288 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 20 May 2011 13,051 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 12,445 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 18 May 2010 12,436 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 29 May 2009 11,914 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 11,135 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 10,450 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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F526 KEC is a 1988 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 F526 KEC, 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 F526 KEC registered?

F526 KEC is a 1988 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 31 December 1988.

Is F526 KEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for F526 KEC 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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