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S43 CTV

1998 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

17,306 mi
Last recorded17,306 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2017
Typical for 1998 Yamaha VMX120018,535 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS43 CTV
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2017 17,306 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 16,739 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 14,835 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2014 14,816 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 24 Jun 2013 13,563 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2012 12,871 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 10,453 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2009 8,395 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2009 8,395 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 12 Jul 2008 7,391 miles

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

Fail 4 Jul 2008 7,379 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2007 5,366 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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S43 CTV is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 S43 CTV, 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 S43 CTV registered?

S43 CTV is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 15 September 1998.

Is S43 CTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S43 CTV shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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