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S452 KSN

1998 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

25,716 mi
Last recorded25,716 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha VMX120018,535 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS452 KSN
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2025 25,716 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2025 25,716 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 8 Apr 2023 24,209 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2023 24,209 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 19 Mar 2022 228,328 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2022 228,328 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 15 Sep 2020 22,042 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 21,798 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 20,218 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2017 18,935 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 18,034 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2016 18,034 miles

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 3 Jul 2015 17,455 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 16,971 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 16,631 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 16,404 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 15,051 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2007 14,955 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 21 Jul 2007 14,955 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 14,779 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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S452 KSN is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 S452 KSN, 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 S452 KSN registered?

S452 KSN is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 4 August 1998.

Is S452 KSN safe to buy?

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