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G600 GSX

1989 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

1,811 mi
Last recorded1,811 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2018
Typical for 1989 Yamaha VMX120027,135 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG600 GSX
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2018 1,811 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2018 1,811 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 2 May 2017 926 miles
Pass 5 May 2016
Pass 21 Apr 2015 44,600 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 44,072 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 43,115 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2011 5 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 41,459 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Nearside Outer Rear Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 6 Mar 2009 39,711 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 6 Mar 2009 39,711 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2008 38,259 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly kinked (3.2.B3a)

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

Fail 9 Feb 2007 35,503 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 9 Feb 2007 35,503 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2005 31,228 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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G600 GSX is a 1989 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 G600 GSX, 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 G600 GSX registered?

G600 GSX is a 1989 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 31 December 1989.

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