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L200 VMX

1998 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2023
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

33,362 mi
Last recorded33,362 miles
Recorded on3 May 2022
Typical for 1998 Yamaha VMX120018,535 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL200 VMX
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 May 2022 33,362 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 3 May 2022 33,362 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 4 Nov 2020 33,345 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 33,302 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 32,362 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 31,689 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2015 30,317 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2011 29,392 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2007 28,359 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

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

Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

right front indicator intermitant

tyre preasures low

Pass 7 Jun 2006 24,268 miles

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

number plate small

Fail 12 May 2005 21,928 miles

Centre Rear Registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Pass 12 May 2005 21,928 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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L200 VMX is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 L200 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 28 years old, this Yamaha VMX1200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L200 VMX registered?

L200 VMX is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 17 March 1998.

Is L200 VMX safe to buy?

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