MOT Status
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27,122 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
How Reliable is the Yamaha VMX1200?
Based on 22,292 MOT tests across 2,219 vehicles.
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G497 CEL is a 1989 Yamaha VMX1200 in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 G497 CEL, 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 G497 CEL registered?
G497 CEL is a 1989 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 16 August 1989.
Is G497 CEL safe to buy?
The MOT history for G497 CEL shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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