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S264 VKL

1998 Yamaha VMX1200

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

11,585 mi
Last recorded11,585 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha VMX120018,535 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS264 VKL
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 11,585 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2026 11,567 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2024 10,842 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2022 10,495 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 14 Aug 2020 9,537 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 14 Aug 2020 9,517 miles

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Sep 2012 9,467 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2006 8,321 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2005 7,219 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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S264 VKL is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200 in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 S264 VKL, 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

How do I check the history of S264 VKL?

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What year was S264 VKL registered?

S264 VKL is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 1 November 1998.

Is S264 VKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for S264 VKL shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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