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K238 WKJ

1992 Yamaha VMX1200

Green Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2016
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

12,687 mi
Last recorded12,687 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2015
Typical for 1992 Yamaha VMX120024,407 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK238 WKJ
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1992
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2015 12,687 miles

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

front tyre wall cracking

Fail 16 Mar 2015 12,687 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

front tyre wall cracking

Pass 25 Mar 2014 11,477 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2011 11,414 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2009 11,141 miles
Fail 29 May 2008 10,650 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 29 May 2008 10,650 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 10,060 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 9,432 miles
Fail 20 May 2006 9,395 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.1)

Front Lower Brake component has been modified. (3.1.5)

Front Upper Brake component has been modified. (3.1.5)

Rear Brake component has been modified. (3.1.5)

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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K238 WKJ is a 1992 Yamaha VMX1200 in Green with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 K238 WKJ, 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 K238 WKJ registered?

K238 WKJ is a 1992 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 31 December 1992.

Is K238 WKJ safe to buy?

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