MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
55,000 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
front brake rubbing slighty with wheel raised
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
front brake rubbing slighty with wheel raised
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)
Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)
Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)
Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS
front indicater bracket repaired
Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
How Reliable is the Yamaha VMX1200?
Based on 22,292 MOT tests across 2,219 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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S277 SJA is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.
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 S277 SJA, 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 S277 SJA registered?
S277 SJA is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 1 August 1998.
Is S277 SJA safe to buy?
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