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S196 UOT

1998 Yamaha VMX1200

Green Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

17,386 mi
Last recorded17,386 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha VMX120018,535 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS196 UOT
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 17,386 miles

Central Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2024 16,994 miles

Offside Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2023 16,653 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2022 16,495 miles
Pass 29 May 2021 16,284 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 16,115 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 15,706 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 15,142 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 14,637 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 14,430 miles

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

Fail 4 Jun 2015 14,430 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

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

Pass 25 Apr 2013 13,459 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 12 May 2012 13,001 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 24 May 2011 12,419 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 11,896 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 10,882 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2008 10,824 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 10,563 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2005 9,251 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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S196 UOT is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200 in Green with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 S196 UOT, 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 S196 UOT registered?

S196 UOT is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 12 November 1998.

Is S196 UOT safe to buy?

The MOT history for S196 UOT shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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