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R179 DNC

1998 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

18,125 mi
Last recorded18,125 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha VMX120018,535 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR179 DNC
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 18,125 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2024 18,056 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2024 18,050 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2021 18,032 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 17,932 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 17,761 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 17,284 miles

Water leak from front lower coolant hose.

Pass 22 Jun 2016 16,956 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 16,667 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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R179 DNC is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 R179 DNC, 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 R179 DNC registered?

R179 DNC is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 1 March 1998.

Is R179 DNC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R179 DNC shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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