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S259 BHR

1998 Yamaha VMX1200

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

36,324 mi
Last recorded36,324 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2018
Typical for 1998 Yamaha VMX120018,535 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS259 BHR
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2018 36,324 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2017 33,884 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2016 31,702 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 28,225 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 25,511 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2013 22,171 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2013 22,134 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2012 18,602 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 15,698 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 11,176 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 11,007 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2007 10,753 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 10,370 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2005 10,039 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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S259 BHR is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200 in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 S259 BHR, 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 S259 BHR registered?

S259 BHR is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 7 August 1998.

Is S259 BHR safe to buy?

The MOT history for S259 BHR shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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