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S275 MEF

1998 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jul 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

26,036 mi
Last recorded26,036 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha VMX120018,535 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS275 MEF
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2026 26,036 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2025 24,226 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 23,811 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2022 23,308 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2021 21,887 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 21,534 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Oct 2017 20,510 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 20,448 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 7 Aug 2015 20,145 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 19,820 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 19,197 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 18,792 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 18,214 miles

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

Fail 12 Apr 2011 18,214 miles

Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 15 Mar 2010 17,913 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2008 17,348 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2007 16,976 miles

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

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 20 Nov 2006 15,700 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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S275 MEF is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 S275 MEF, 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 S275 MEF registered?

S275 MEF is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 20 August 1998.

Is S275 MEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for S275 MEF shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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