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L862 YHR

1994 Yamaha VMX1200

Orange Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

29,244 mi
Last recorded29,244 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 1994 Yamaha VMX120020,905 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL862 YHR
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1994
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 29,244 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2024 28,969 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2024 28,962 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 18 Oct 2023 28,653 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Sep 2022 28,486 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 28,358 miles

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

Exhaust noisy BSAU approved and baffled, upper limit of legality (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2020 28,038 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2019 27,659 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2018 26,671 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Sep 2017 25,236 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 5 Jul 2016 23,728 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 13 Apr 2015 22,174 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 21,390 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2011 20,970 miles

indicator speed

non standard exhaust fitted

Fail 22 Jan 2011 20,955 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

indicator speed

non standard exhaust fitted

Pass 12 Aug 2009 20,000 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 18,838 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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L862 YHR is a 1994 Yamaha VMX1200 in Orange with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1994 Yamaha VMX1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 20,905 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 L862 YHR, 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 32 years old, this Yamaha VMX1200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of L862 YHR?

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What year was L862 YHR registered?

L862 YHR is a 1994 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is L862 YHR safe to buy?

The MOT history for L862 YHR shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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