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R537 OFV

1998 Yamaha VMX1200

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2014
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

22,772 mi
Last recorded22,772 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2013
Typical for 1998 Yamaha VMX120018,535 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR537 OFV
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2013 22,772 miles

rear disc corroded

Pass 27 May 2008 22,623 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 22,364 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 20,934 miles
Fail 24 May 2006 20,934 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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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R537 OFV is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200 in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R537 OFV, 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 R537 OFV registered?

R537 OFV is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 3 July 1998.

Is R537 OFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R537 OFV shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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