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R680 GGY

1998 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2024
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

36,607 mi
Last recorded36,607 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2023
Typical for 1998 Yamaha VMX120018,535 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR680 GGY
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2023 36,607 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2023 36,605 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 24 Aug 2022 36,523 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 36,443 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 36,338 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2019 36,146 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 35,527 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 34,047 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 32,392 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2016 31,800 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 31,778 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2014 31,728 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 25,618 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 20,841 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 15,953 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 15,813 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 15,699 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2008 15,688 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 16 Jun 2006 15,339 miles

advise + slight leak on exhaust system

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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R680 GGY 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 R680 GGY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R680 GGY registered?

R680 GGY is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 11 June 1998.

Is R680 GGY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R680 GGY 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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