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F914 UVX

1989 Yamaha VMX1200

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

45,500 mi
Last recorded45,500 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 1989 Yamaha VMX120027,135 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF914 UVX
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 16 May 2026 45,500 miles
Pass 13 May 2025

Central Front lights masked at time of test

Central Rear lights masked at time of test

Pass 12 Apr 2024 45,329 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2023 44,647 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Apr 2022 43,375 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 42,095 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 40,593 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 40,119 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2015 38,525 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 36,432 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 33,033 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 32,688 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 31,761 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 30,449 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 16 Jun 2008 29,817 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 27,802 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2005 26,447 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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F914 UVX is a 1989 Yamaha VMX1200 in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 F914 UVX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F914 UVX registered?

F914 UVX is a 1989 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is F914 UVX safe to buy?

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