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S39 DTO

1998 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jun 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

30,482 mi
Last recorded30,482 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha VMX120018,535 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS39 DTO
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 30,482 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2025 29,157 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2022 28,727 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Jul 2021 27,493 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 2 Jul 2021 27,493 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Apr 2019 27,490 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 27,484 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 27,278 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 26,693 miles

Rear Tyre Close to Legal Limit, Change at Earliest Oppotunity.

Pass 17 Apr 2014 25,535 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 22,952 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 2 Apr 2009 19,876 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Feb 2008 18,700 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 13,766 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2006 8,069 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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S39 DTO 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 S39 DTO, 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

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What year was S39 DTO registered?

S39 DTO is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S39 DTO safe to buy?

The MOT history for S39 DTO 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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