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R514 ENB

1998 Yamaha VMX1200

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

16,789 mi
Last recorded16,789 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha VMX120018,535 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR514 ENB
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 16,789 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front fork stansion slightley weeping

Nearside Rear Upper Intermitant fault on rear flasher but working at time of test

Offside Front Lower Front fork stansion slightley weeping

Pass 21 May 2025 16,720 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 16,614 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 16,141 miles
Pass 19 May 2022 15,873 miles

Central Rear Lower Slight blow on exhaust underneath on centre section as had a poor repair at some time

Pass 15 May 2021 15,357 miles

Front Lower Brake slightly sticking

Pass 20 May 2020 15,107 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 14,611 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 14,062 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 13,755 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 12,977 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 26 Jun 2015 12,255 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 11 Apr 2015 12,232 miles

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

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 11 Apr 2014 10,297 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Lower yoke hitting rad guard on full steering lock

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

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear brake slightly spongy

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Tape on exhaust,possibly covering "NOT FOR ROAD USE" type markings

Throttle slow to return

Fail 11 Apr 2014 10,297 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Lower yoke hitting rad guard on full steering lock

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

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear brake slightly spongy

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Tape on exhaust,possibly covering "NOT FOR ROAD USE" type markings

Throttle slow to return

Fail 9 Apr 2014 10,297 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Nearside Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)

Rear Tyre fouling another component (4.1.4)

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

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

High beam indicator lamp on permanently

Lower yoke hitting rad guard on full steering lock

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

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear brake slightly spongy

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Tape on exhaust,possibly covering "NOT FOR ROAD USE" type markings

Throttle slow to return

Pass 16 May 2013 8,724 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 10 May 2012 7,532 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 7,447 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 2 Oct 2010 6,809 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 3,688 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 2,118 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 11,249 miles

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

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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R514 ENB is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200 in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha VMX1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 18,535 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 R514 ENB, 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 R514 ENB registered?

R514 ENB is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 21 April 1998.

Is R514 ENB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R514 ENB shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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