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R393 HCG

1998 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

4,726 mi
Last recorded4,726 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha VMX120018,535 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR393 HCG
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Fail 16 Apr 2026 4,726 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre fouling another component (5.2.3 (f))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 18 May 2023 4,025 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 3,373 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

handlebar clamps and fork tops sharp.

Pass 22 Apr 2021 3,174 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

handlebar clamps and fork yoke tops sharp

Pass 26 Mar 2020 2,761 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 26 Mar 2020 2,761 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jun 2018 23,699 miles

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 29 Apr 2017 1,140 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Jun 2013 801 miles

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

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

hazard light tell tale inoperative

no direction on tyre for front fitment

Pass 2 Jul 2012 5,645 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 359 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2010

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

bar ends quite pointed but not excessive recommend flattening

Pass 9 Jul 2010

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

bar ends quite pointed but not excessive recommend flattening

Pass 11 Oct 2008 22,787 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2008 22,779 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Aug 2007 20,425 miles

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

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

front pads over half worn.

Pass 1 Aug 2006 17,592 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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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R393 HCG 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 76.5%.

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 R393 HCG, 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 R393 HCG registered?

R393 HCG is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 7 April 1998.

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The MOT history for R393 HCG shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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