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R844 SFJ

1998 Yamaha VMX1200

Multi-colour Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests25 (23 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate92%

Mileage

41,455 mi
Last recorded41,455 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha VMX120018,535 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR844 SFJ
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1998
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

23 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 41,455 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2025 33,687 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2024 26,937 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 22,549 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2022 19,649 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2021 19,361 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2020 19,355 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2020 19,344 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 18,898 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2017 18,311 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2017 17,918 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 17,388 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 16,846 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 16,045 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 May 2013 15,368 miles
Fail 22 May 2013 15,368 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 11 Apr 2012 14,812 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2011 13,748 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 13,058 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 11,960 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2008 10,519 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2007 8,794 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2006 7,216 miles

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)

Pass 23 Jun 2006 7,216 miles
Pass 24 May 2005 4,783 miles

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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R844 SFJ is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200 in Multi-colour with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92%.

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 R844 SFJ, 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 R844 SFJ registered?

R844 SFJ is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 18 March 1998.

Is R844 SFJ safe to buy?

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