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R181 EGB

1997 Yamaha VMX1200

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2021
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,896 mi
Last recorded20,896 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2020
Typical for 1997 Yamaha VMX120021,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR181 EGB
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 25 Aug 2020 20,896 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 20,838 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

front tyre starting to perish

Pass 8 May 2009 20,694 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 20,367 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 20,252 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2006 19,628 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2005 19,529 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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R181 EGB is a 1997 Yamaha VMX1200 in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha VMX1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 21,718 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 R181 EGB, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha VMX1200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R181 EGB registered?

R181 EGB is a 1997 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 4 August 1997.

Is R181 EGB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R181 EGB shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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