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R677 TKP

1998 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

15,446 mi
Last recorded15,446 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2019
Typical for 1998 Yamaha VMX120018,535 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR677 TKP
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2019 15,446 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Jul 2018 15,417 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2018 15,417 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working NSF and OFR operating together (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working OSF and NSR operating together (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2017 15,338 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 15,295 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 1 Jul 2015 15,275 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 15,193 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2013 15,084 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2012 15,007 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2011 14,836 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 14,683 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 7 Jul 2010 14,600 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Jul 2009 14,312 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 13,902 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 12,727 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 11,410 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2005 8,125 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

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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R677 TKP is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black 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 R677 TKP, 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 R677 TKP registered?

R677 TKP is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 14 August 1998.

Is R677 TKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R677 TKP 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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