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R85 LAA

1998 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

25,056 mi
Last recorded25,056 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha VMX120018,535 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR85 LAA
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 25,056 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2025 24,463 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jul 2024 23,690 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2021 23,473 miles
Pass 4 May 2020 22,365 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 21,789 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 21,668 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 21,615 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 20,820 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 8 Sep 2015 20,815 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Pass 1 May 2014 20,765 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2013 20,154 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2012 39,493 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2012 39,483 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 14 Jan 2011 39,342 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2009 37,392 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2009 37,392 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Apr 2008 33,309 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2008 33,309 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2007 30,291 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Mirrors missing

Speedo in km

Pass 20 Apr 2006 29,273 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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R85 LAA is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 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 R85 LAA, 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

How do I check the history of R85 LAA?

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What year was R85 LAA registered?

R85 LAA is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 26 June 1998.

Is R85 LAA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R85 LAA shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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