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R408 GRO

1998 Yamaha VMX1200

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

26,336 mi
Last recorded26,336 miles
Recorded on5 May 2023
Typical for 1998 Yamaha VMX120018,535 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR408 GRO
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 May 2023 26,336 miles
Fail 3 May 2023 26,336 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 35KGF (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 12 Nov 2020 26,216 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2019 26,072 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Nov 2018 25,475 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 22,036 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2016 17,018 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 16,657 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 16,191 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2014 16,191 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 26 Apr 2013 16,019 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 15,767 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2009 15,642 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 13,802 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 13,576 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2005 13,361 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))

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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R408 GRO is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200 in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 R408 GRO, 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 R408 GRO registered?

R408 GRO is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 28 May 1998.

Is R408 GRO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R408 GRO shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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