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J138 FVG

1992 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

383 mi
Last recorded383 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2025
Typical for 1992 Yamaha VMX120024,407 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ138 FVG
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2025 383 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front TYRE SLIGHTLY PERRISHED

Rear TYRE SLIGHTLY PERRISHED

Fail 5 Jun 2025 383 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front TYRE SLIGHTLY PERRISHED

Rear TYRE SLIGHTLY PERRISHED

Pass 5 Jun 2024 30 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2023 10 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 Dec 2020 31,159 miles
Pass 25 May 2019 31,154 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 31,045 miles
Fail 24 May 2018 31,035 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 14 Apr 2017 30,443 miles

Front brake slight bind

Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake both (3.3.A1b)

indicator flash speed

Pass 3 May 2016 30,013 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 29,887 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 29,410 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 28,382 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 28,268 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 27,334 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 26,824 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 26,418 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 26,033 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 25,382 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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J138 FVG is a 1992 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1992 Yamaha VMX1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 24,407 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 J138 FVG, 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 34 years old, this Yamaha VMX1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J138 FVG registered?

J138 FVG is a 1992 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is J138 FVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for J138 FVG shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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