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R884 FAR

1998 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2021
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

11,650 mi
Last recorded11,650 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2020
Typical for 1998 Yamaha VMX120018,535 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR884 FAR
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 3 Apr 2020 11,650 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 Jul 2016 11,125 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Jul 2015 10,341 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Aug 2012 10,166 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Aug 2011 10,057 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Apr 2010 9,981 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 9,976 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2008 9,869 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2007 9,324 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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R884 FAR is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R884 FAR, 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 R884 FAR registered?

R884 FAR is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 18 June 1998.

Is R884 FAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R884 FAR shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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