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JNZ 3845

1998 Yamaha VMX1200

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

31,466 mi
Last recorded31,466 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha VMX120018,535 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJNZ 3845
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 31,466 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 6 Jun 2025 30,895 miles
Pass 20 May 2024 28,054 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2023 26,507 miles

front tyre worn

rear tyre worn

Pass 28 Apr 2022 25,389 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2021 24,438 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 19,497 miles

exhaust is slightly deteriated (has been repaired)on lower exhaust system

slightly reduced number plate digit size

Fail 16 May 2019 19,487 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

slightly reduced number plate digit size

Pass 11 May 2017 17,085 miles
Fail 2 May 2017 17,070 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

front tyre worn

Pass 12 May 2016 16,244 miles

forks damp

front pads worn low

front tyre worn

rear tyre on limit

Pass 13 May 2015 15,861 miles

rear tyre worn close to limit

Pass 20 May 2014 13,455 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 12,514 miles
Fail 8 May 2013 12,456 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 23 Mar 2012 10,489 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 9,021 miles

rear disc appears to be fitted with aftermarket vented discs with symetrical lines across them

Pass 20 Apr 2010 7,786 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 7,508 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 5,811 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 3,921 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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JNZ 3845 is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200 in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha VMX1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 18,535 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 JNZ 3845, 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 28 years old, this Yamaha VMX1200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was JNZ 3845 registered?

JNZ 3845 is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is JNZ 3845 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JNZ 3845 shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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