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R245 WAW

1998 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2015
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,640 mi
Last recorded16,640 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2014
Typical for 1998 Yamaha VMX120018,535 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR245 WAW
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 10 Mar 2014 16,640 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 30 Jan 2013 15,304 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 15,297 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 15,011 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 13,186 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))

Pass 8 Sep 2008 11,084 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 8,495 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 4,231 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2006 4,289 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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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R245 WAW is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R245 WAW, 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 R245 WAW registered?

R245 WAW is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R245 WAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R245 WAW shows 9 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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