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G837 GJT

1990 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2018
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

34,114 mi
Last recorded34,114 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2017
Typical for 1990 Yamaha VMX120027,587 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG837 GJT
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2017 34,114 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2017 34,114 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 17 Sep 2015 33,854 miles

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

Fail 17 Sep 2015 33,854 miles

Front Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

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

Pass 21 Aug 2014 32,695 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2014 32,695 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 15 Aug 2014 32,695 miles

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 10 Aug 2013 30,624 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2012 29,602 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 28,266 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2010 27,608 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 27,281 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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G837 GJT is a 1990 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 G837 GJT, 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 G837 GJT registered?

G837 GJT is a 1990 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 31 December 1990.

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The MOT history for G837 GJT shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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