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R898 FEV

1998 Yamaha VMX1200

Orange Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

820 mi
Last recorded820 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha VMX120018,535 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR898 FEV
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1998
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 820 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2024 432 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 253 miles
Pass 29 May 2021 6 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 10,035 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 10 Apr 2015 8,756 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 10 Apr 2014 7,746 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 2 Apr 2013 6,049 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 14 Mar 2012 5,165 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 24 Feb 2011 4,670 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 23 Jan 2010 3,582 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 23 Jan 2010 3,582 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 3 May 2008 2,670 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 1,403 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 28,428 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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R898 FEV is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200 in Orange 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 R898 FEV, 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

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What year was R898 FEV registered?

R898 FEV is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 2 April 1998.

Is R898 FEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R898 FEV shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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