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S259 VOR

1998 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

27,441 mi
Last recorded27,441 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2022
Typical for 1998 Yamaha VMX120018,535 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS259 VOR
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2022 27,441 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 27,284 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 27,074 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit rear inner pad low (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 24 Jul 2018 27,074 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit rear inner pad low (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 22 Sep 2016 26,601 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 25,135 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 24,995 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 24,451 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 24,097 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 23,178 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 20,664 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 18,851 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 18,115 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 16,193 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2006 15,324 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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S259 VOR is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black 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 S259 VOR, 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 VOR registered?

S259 VOR is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 25 November 1998.

Is S259 VOR safe to buy?

The MOT history for S259 VOR 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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