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J4 VMX

1992 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

35,989 mi
Last recorded35,989 miles
Recorded on5 May 2016
Typical for 1992 Yamaha VMX120024,407 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ4 VMX
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 May 2016 35,989 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2016 35,834 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey down pipe broken (7.1.1b)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 24 Apr 2015 31,782 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2015 31,782 miles

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Pass 2 May 2014 28,717 miles
Fail 2 May 2013 28,103 miles

Rear Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 2 May 2013 28,103 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 27,050 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 24,974 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 2 Feb 2010 24,974 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 25 Nov 2008 24,748 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 24,492 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 15 Sep 2006 23,832 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2005 22,734 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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J4 VMX is a 1992 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 J4 VMX, 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 J4 VMX registered?

J4 VMX is a 1992 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 30 October 1992.

Is J4 VMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for J4 VMX shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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