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R745 KFS

1998 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2015
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

22,987 mi
Last recorded22,987 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2014
Typical for 1998 Yamaha VMX120018,535 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR745 KFS
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2014 22,987 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 22,795 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 21,785 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 19,746 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2011 19,746 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 26 Jul 2010 18,582 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2010 18,570 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 18 Jul 2009 17,952 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 17,722 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 16,831 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 16,755 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2005 16,220 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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R745 KFS is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R745 KFS, 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 R745 KFS registered?

R745 KFS is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 8 May 1998.

Is R745 KFS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R745 KFS shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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