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J518 XCF

1992 Yamaha VMX1200

Multi-colour Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jul 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

9,358 mi
Last recorded9,358 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2025
Typical for 1992 Yamaha VMX120024,407 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ518 XCF
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1992
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2025 9,358 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2024 9,087 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 8,741 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 8,711 miles
Pass 18 May 2020 8,657 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 8,581 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 8,509 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 8,470 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 8,435 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 8,249 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 7,858 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 7,553 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 7,360 miles

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

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 27 Aug 2009 7,353 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Horn is not a constant note (1.7.3c)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 10 Apr 2007 6,494 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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J518 XCF is a 1992 Yamaha VMX1200 in Multi-colour with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 J518 XCF, 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 J518 XCF registered?

J518 XCF is a 1992 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 31 December 1992.

Is J518 XCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for J518 XCF shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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