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R195 RJB

1998 Yamaha Vmx 1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2024
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

25,455 mi
Last recorded25,455 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2023
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Vmx 120010,965 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR195 RJB
MakeYamaha
ModelVmx 1200
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2023 25,455 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 25,445 miles
Fail 13 May 2017 25,445 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 25 Sep 2015 25,076 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 24,306 miles

Front tyre has cracks but no thread showing.

Pass 23 Mar 2012 21,908 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 23 Mar 2012 21,908 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 Mar 2011 21,087 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 19,753 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 16,825 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Nov 2008 16,825 miles

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

How Reliable is the Yamaha Vmx 1200?

Based on 1,112 MOT tests across 136 vehicles.

88.3%
Pass Rate
612
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
136
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 8
Direction indicator not working 7
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 6
Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute 6
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 6
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R195 RJB is a 1998 Yamaha Vmx 1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha Vmx 1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.3% with a typical mileage of 10,965 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 Vmx 1200 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R195 RJB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Vmx 1200 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 28 years old, this Yamaha Vmx 1200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R195 RJB registered?

R195 RJB is a 1998 Yamaha Vmx 1200, first registered on 5 June 1998.

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The MOT history for R195 RJB shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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