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R618 UYD

1998 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

15,675 mi
Last recorded15,675 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha VMX120018,535 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR618 UYD
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 15,675 miles
Pass 6 May 2025 15,120 miles

Front Steering head bearings has slight free play (2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge borderline pass (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 May 2024 14,896 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Parking brake barely working on nearside wheel, even after adjustment. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Parking brake very weak on nearside wheel. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 23 May 2024 14,896 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Parking brake barely working on nearside wheel, even after adjustment. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Parking brake very weak on nearside wheel. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 May 2023 14,749 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 11 May 2023 14,745 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Mar 2020 14,687 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2018 14,345 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Slight play in bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake weak on nearside wheel.

Pass 31 May 2017 14,180 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 21 Jun 2016 13,908 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 13,223 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 12,163 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 10,932 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 9,876 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 8,788 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 7,122 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 5,427 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 4,517 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 4,096 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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R618 UYD 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 89.5%.

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 R618 UYD, 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 R618 UYD registered?

R618 UYD is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 11 March 1998.

Is R618 UYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R618 UYD shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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