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R634 FOW

1998 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,053 mi
Last recorded28,053 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha VMX120018,535 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR634 FOW
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 27 Apr 2026 28,053 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2025 27,770 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2023 27,605 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 27,174 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 26,823 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 25,738 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 24,898 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 23,749 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 23,047 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2015 22,527 miles

rear tyre cut but not showing cords

Pass 29 Apr 2014 21,759 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 20,394 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2012 19,586 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 25 Jun 2010 19,130 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 18,453 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2008 17,069 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2007 15,856 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 14,649 miles
Pass 18 May 2005 13,473 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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R634 FOW 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 100%.

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 R634 FOW, 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 R634 FOW registered?

R634 FOW is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R634 FOW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R634 FOW shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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