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R641 UFR

1998 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

22,335 mi
Last recorded22,335 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha VMX120018,535 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR641 UFR
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2025 22,335 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2023 22,190 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2021 22,004 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 21,860 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 21,769 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 21,624 miles

Offside Rear Lower Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 20 Jul 2017 20,885 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2016 19,779 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2015 19,241 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 18,475 miles

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

Fail 17 Jun 2013 17,708 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 17 Jun 2013 17,708 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 16,758 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 15,494 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 14,049 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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R641 UFR is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 R641 UFR, 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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How do I check the history of R641 UFR?

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What year was R641 UFR registered?

R641 UFR is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R641 UFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R641 UFR shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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