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S407 FHU

1998 Yamaha VMX1200

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2019
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

15,289 mi
Last recorded15,289 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2018
Typical for 1998 Yamaha VMX120018,535 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS407 FHU
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2018 15,289 miles

Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort Borderline excessive (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 24 Aug 2018 15,289 miles

Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort Borderline excessive (1.2.1 (e))

Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Aug 2017 13,131 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 12,542 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 10,694 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 10,278 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 8,426 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

front tyre cracked

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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S407 FHU is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200 in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 S407 FHU, 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 S407 FHU registered?

S407 FHU is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S407 FHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for S407 FHU shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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