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F769 TLX

1988 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2015
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

Typical for 1988 Yamaha VMX120028,664 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF769 TLX
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Fail 27 Aug 2014

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 27 Aug 2014
Pass 18 Jul 2009 32,208 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 13 May 2009 31,714 miles

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 26 Apr 2007 30,213 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 29,482 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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F769 TLX is a 1988 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 F769 TLX, 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 F769 TLX registered?

F769 TLX is a 1988 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is F769 TLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for F769 TLX shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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