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G901 WHV

1990 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

62,504 mi
Last recorded62,504 miles
Recorded on9 May 2025
Typical for 1990 Yamaha VMX120027,587 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG901 WHV
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 May 2025 62,504 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil front fork seals (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 May 2024 62,481 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil front fork seals (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 May 2023 61,977 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

slight oil leak from engine

Pass 27 Jun 2022 59,692 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre has uneven tread wear (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 9 Jun 2022 59,663 miles

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

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords heavily perished on sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Rear tyre has slight uneven tread wear

oil leak slight

Pass 9 Jun 2021 59,638 miles

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

front tyre signs of perishing

Pass 4 May 2019 57,944 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 56,249 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2017 56,002 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 53,587 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 51,404 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 7 Jun 2014 51,259 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 48,766 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 46,391 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 46,060 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 43,897 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 43,605 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 42,080 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 40,344 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2006 39,543 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2005 39,490 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Motorcycle structure slightly distorted (6.1.1a)

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

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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G901 WHV is a 1990 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 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 G901 WHV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G901 WHV registered?

G901 WHV is a 1990 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 12 November 1990.

Is G901 WHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for G901 WHV shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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