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L490 AFK

1990 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2022
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

5,529 mi
Last recorded5,529 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2021
Typical for 1990 Yamaha VMX120027,587 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL490 AFK
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2021 5,529 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2020 5,519 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 5,463 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 5,412 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 5,313 miles

front tyre 12 years old

rear tyre 18 years old

Pass 31 Mar 2015 5,234 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 5,000 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2013 4,918 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 4,910 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 4,898 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 4,887 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 4,867 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 4,858 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2007 4,858 miles

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

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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L490 AFK is a 1990 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1990 Yamaha VMX1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 27,587 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 L490 AFK, 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 36 years old, this Yamaha VMX1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L490 AFK registered?

L490 AFK is a 1990 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is L490 AFK safe to buy?

The MOT history for L490 AFK shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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