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S127 JRU

1998 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

31,557 mi
Last recorded31,557 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha VMX120018,535 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS127 JRU
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2025 31,557 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2024 30,617 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 30,478 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Pass 20 Jul 2016 29,904 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2016 29,893 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 16 Jul 2015 29,379 miles

hand brake lever travel

Fail 16 Jul 2015 29,379 miles

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

hand brake lever travel

Fail 1 Apr 2014 28,729 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 1 Apr 2014 28,729 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 28,288 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 27,836 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 25,775 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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S127 JRU is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 S127 JRU, 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 S127 JRU registered?

S127 JRU is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S127 JRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for S127 JRU shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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