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G529 FFA

1990 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

34,914 mi
Last recorded34,914 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2023
Typical for 1990 Yamaha VMX120027,587 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG529 FFA
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc
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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2023 34,914 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 34,840 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 34,828 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2021 34,818 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released Front brake switch not deactivated when front brake lever released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Jun 2020 34,691 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2020 34,691 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Sep 2016 34,680 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 34,639 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 33,720 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 32,908 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2011 31,084 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 30,048 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 24 Feb 2009 30,043 miles

Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 6 Oct 2007 28,481 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 24,501 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2006 24,501 miles

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

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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G529 FFA is a 1990 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1990 Yamaha VMX1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 27,587 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 G529 FFA, 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 36 years old, this Yamaha VMX1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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G529 FFA is a 1990 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 25 June 1990.

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