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R522 JGX

1998 Yamaha VMX1200

Brown Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

2,458 mi
Last recorded2,458 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha VMX120018,535 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR522 JGX
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1998
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 2,458 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 2,325 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Oil leak

gear lever bent

Fail 1 Nov 2014 2,325 miles

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

Steering lock stop loose (2.1.3) DANGEROUS

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Oil leak

gear lever bent

oil filter rusty

Pass 26 Oct 2013 2,315 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

oil leak nearside centre of engine

rear tyre slight deteriated, cracking centre of treadslight

Pass 27 Oct 2012 2,304 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

gear lever slightly bent

oil leak nearside,rocker cover

Pass 29 Oct 2011 2,294 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

slight oil leak from transmission cover

Pass 27 Oct 2010 2,100 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2010 2,100 miles

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

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

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

main stand does not return

Pass 7 Nov 2009 2,009 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2008 1,262 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2007 1,141 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Nail in rear tyre

Oil leak

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

Pass 14 Nov 2006 880 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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R522 JGX is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200 in Brown with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R522 JGX, 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 R522 JGX registered?

R522 JGX is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R522 JGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R522 JGX shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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