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R576 POD

1998 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2025
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

19,638 mi
Last recorded19,638 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2024
Typical for 1998 Yamaha VMX120018,535 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR576 POD
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2024 19,638 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Aug 2023 19,555 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Jul 2022 19,470 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 19,243 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 18,963 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 18,712 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 18,503 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 18,072 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 17,370 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 10 Jul 2014 16,841 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 15,708 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 18 May 2012 2,971 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2011 2,971 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 2,750 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 1,657 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 14,729 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 19 Feb 2008 14,728 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 19 Feb 2007 11,752 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2006 8,563 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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R576 POD is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 R576 POD, 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 R576 POD registered?

R576 POD is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 28 April 1998.

Is R576 POD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R576 POD shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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