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R52 FNE

1998 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2023
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

18,397 mi
Last recorded18,397 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2022
Typical for 1998 Yamaha VMX120018,535 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR52 FNE
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2022 18,397 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 Nov 2021 17,484 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 17,081 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 May 2019 16,423 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2018 15,871 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 15,127 miles

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

front shocks needs oil check

Pass 20 Apr 2016 13,878 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 12,818 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 11,799 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 27 Mar 2013 11,068 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 31,902 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))

Pass 19 Mar 2011 30,742 miles

Exhaust is slightly noisy

Fail 19 Mar 2011 30,742 miles

Exhaust is slightly noisy

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 11 Nov 2009 28,964 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 11 Nov 2009 28,964 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Mar 2009 27,491 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 5 Mar 2009 27,491 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Mar 2008 26,330 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2008 26,313 miles

Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 3 May 2007 26,313 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 25,742 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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R52 FNE is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 R52 FNE, 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 R52 FNE registered?

R52 FNE is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 6 May 1998.

Is R52 FNE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R52 FNE shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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