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R593 XWG

1998 Yamaha VMX1200

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

21,335 mi
Last recorded21,335 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha VMX120018,535 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR593 XWG
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 21,335 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Jul 2025 21,292 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 20,732 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2020 20,454 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 20,290 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 20,061 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 19,459 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 18,866 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2015 18,081 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 16,817 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 15,762 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 15,036 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2012 15,036 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2011 13,522 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Fail 1 Jun 2011 13,522 miles

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

Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m) DANGEROUS

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

rear brake pads unevenly worn due to incorrect disc being fitted.

Pass 17 Mar 2010 7,887 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2006 7,809 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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R593 XWG is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200 in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 R593 XWG, 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 R593 XWG registered?

R593 XWG is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 27 March 1998.

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The MOT history for R593 XWG shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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