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R144 UAL

1998 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jul 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

5,706 mi
Last recorded5,706 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha VMX120018,535 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR144 UAL
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2025 5,706 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2024 4,953 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 4,437 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 4,348 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2006 4,159 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2006 4,159 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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R144 UAL is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R144 UAL, 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 R144 UAL registered?

R144 UAL is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 14 February 1998.

Is R144 UAL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R144 UAL shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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