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R863 LCA

1998 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

55,299 mi
Last recorded55,299 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha VMX120018,535 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR863 LCA
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2026 55,299 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 Jun 2025 55,198 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2024 54,918 miles

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Apr 2023 51,499 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 22 Jun 2021 50,671 miles
Pass 20 May 2020 49,515 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 25,827 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 40,362 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 38,596 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2015 36,573 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 6 Oct 2012 36,514 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 36,341 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

rear brake slightly spongey

Pass 10 Jul 2008 36,033 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2008 36,033 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

Pass 3 Apr 2007 35,010 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Upper Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

fromt and rear brakes spongy

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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R863 LCA is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 R863 LCA, 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 R863 LCA registered?

R863 LCA is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 26 June 1998.

Is R863 LCA safe to buy?

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