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R128 WDC

1998 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

47,931 mi
Last recorded47,931 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha VMX120018,535 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR128 WDC
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 47,931 miles
Pass 1 May 2025 47,619 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2024 47,022 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2023 46,805 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2021 46,276 miles

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 18 Sep 2020 45,813 miles

Clutch fluid below minimum mark.

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 2 Jul 2019 45,408 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 45,210 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 44,793 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 44,442 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 43,990 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 43,658 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 42,613 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2013 42,613 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1g)

Pass 28 Apr 2012 39,696 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 36,473 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 33,444 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 31,988 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 29,555 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 25,711 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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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R128 WDC is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 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 R128 WDC, 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 R128 WDC registered?

R128 WDC is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 24 April 1998.

Is R128 WDC safe to buy?

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