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H638 KGS

1990 Yamaha VMX1200

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

24,593 mi
Last recorded24,593 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2025
Typical for 1990 Yamaha VMX120027,587 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH638 KGS
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2025 24,593 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2024 24,558 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre has small cracks on sidewalls

Pass 2 Sep 2023 24,486 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 2 Sep 2023 24,486 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Aug 2022 24,434 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Sep 2021 24,341 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 24,234 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 23,884 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 23,750 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 23,613 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Fail 21 May 2013 23,285 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 21 May 2013 23,285 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2011 23,132 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 22,816 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 22,173 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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H638 KGS is a 1990 Yamaha VMX1200 in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 H638 KGS, 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 H638 KGS registered?

H638 KGS is a 1990 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 31 December 1990.

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The MOT history for H638 KGS shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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