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N12 MAX

1998 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

29,786 mi
Last recorded29,786 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2019
Typical for 1998 Yamaha VMX120018,535 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN12 MAX
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2019 29,786 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 29,023 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2018 29,023 miles

Clutch lever positioned so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 14 Apr 2017 29,018 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2017 29,018 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2016 28,054 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 26,190 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2013 24,930 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2012 22,663 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 22,128 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2010 18,448 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 15,358 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 26 Mar 2008 12,972 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 17 Mar 2007 6,049 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 17 Mar 2007 6,049 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Mar 2006 224 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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N12 MAX is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 N12 MAX, 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 N12 MAX registered?

N12 MAX is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 27 March 1998.

Is N12 MAX safe to buy?

The MOT history for N12 MAX shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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