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G848 SRN

1989 Yamaha VMX1200

Red Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

8,128 mi
Last recorded8,128 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 1989 Yamaha VMX120027,135 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG848 SRN
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 25 Jun 2026 8,128 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2025 7,923 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2024 7,174 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Nov 2022 6,903 miles

Horn poor

Pass 23 Nov 2021 6,793 miles

Brakes binding slightly

Horn poor

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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G848 SRN is a 1989 Yamaha VMX1200 in Red with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 G848 SRN, 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 G848 SRN registered?

G848 SRN is a 1989 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 1 January 1989.

Is G848 SRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for G848 SRN shows 5 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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