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S526 LLN

1998 Yamaha Vmx 1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2025
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

17,678 mi
Last recorded17,678 miles
Recorded on21 May 2024
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Vmx 120010,965 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS526 LLN
MakeYamaha
ModelVmx 1200
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 May 2024 17,678 miles
Pass 27 May 2023 17,255 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 17,207 miles

tyre pressures low / pumped up

Pass 14 Jul 2020 17,091 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Aug 2019 16,239 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 15,248 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 14,798 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 14,028 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2016 14,028 miles

Nearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 20 Jul 2015 11,471 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 10,621 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2014 10,621 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2013 9,987 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Fail 12 Jul 2013 9,987 miles

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

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Pass 14 Aug 2012 9,046 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Vmx 1200?

Based on 1,112 MOT tests across 136 vehicles.

88.3%
Pass Rate
612
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
136
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 8
Direction indicator not working 7
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 6
Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute 6
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 6
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S526 LLN is a 1998 Yamaha Vmx 1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha Vmx 1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.3% with a typical mileage of 10,965 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 Vmx 1200 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S526 LLN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Vmx 1200 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 28 years old, this Yamaha Vmx 1200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was S526 LLN registered?

S526 LLN is a 1998 Yamaha Vmx 1200, first registered on 2 October 1998.

Is S526 LLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for S526 LLN shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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