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G709 SGK

1990 Yamaha VMX1200

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

40,766 mi
Last recorded40,766 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2017
Typical for 1990 Yamaha VMX120027,587 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG709 SGK
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2017 40,766 miles

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

Fail 21 Jun 2017 40,738 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 10 Jun 2016 40,592 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2016 40,592 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 3 Apr 2014 39,812 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

alloy brake fittings on front brakes

Fail 1 Mar 2013 38,695 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 1 Mar 2013 38,695 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 20 Jun 2012 35,294 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2011 32,455 miles

advise all brake union's are anodised

Fail 20 Jun 2011 32,455 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

advise all brake union's are anodised

Pass 25 May 2010 30,157 miles

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 9 Jun 2009 29,578 miles

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2008 28,074 miles

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

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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G709 SGK is a 1990 Yamaha VMX1200 in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 G709 SGK, 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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What year was G709 SGK registered?

G709 SGK is a 1990 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 31 December 1990.

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