MOT Status
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30,201 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Nearside Front All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
How Reliable is the Yamaha VMX1200?
Based on 22,292 MOT tests across 2,219 vehicles.
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R388 VLX is a 1997 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.
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 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 R388 VLX, 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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How do I check the history of R388 VLX?
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What year was R388 VLX registered?
R388 VLX is a 1997 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 20 September 1997.
Is R388 VLX safe to buy?
The MOT history for R388 VLX shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does R388 VLX have outstanding finance?
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