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R256 WFV

1998 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2021
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

19,703 mi
Last recorded19,703 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2020
Typical for 1998 Yamaha VMX120018,535 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR256 WFV
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2020 19,703 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 19,569 miles

Front very slight roughness in front wheel bearing.

Fail 24 Apr 2019 19,569 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Front very slight roughness in front wheel bearing.

Pass 26 Jan 2018 18,066 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 31 May 2017 18,056 miles
Fail 3 May 2017 18,052 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 18 Apr 2016 17,828 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 16,939 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 24 Mar 2014 16,763 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 16,692 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 16,354 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 15,644 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 15,436 miles

Inner Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 27 Mar 2009 15,057 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2009 15,057 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 22 Dec 2007 17,538 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 13,200 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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R256 WFV is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 R256 WFV, 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 R256 WFV registered?

R256 WFV is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R256 WFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R256 WFV shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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