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S58 TYA

1998 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

61,360 mi
Last recorded61,360 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha VMX120018,535 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS58 TYA
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 61,360 miles

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 15 Apr 2025 61,117 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2024 60,908 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2024 60,908 miles

Front Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Apr 2023 60,602 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2023 60,602 miles

Front Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Apr 2022 60,259 miles

front tyre slightly perished

Pass 8 Apr 2021 59,977 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 59,791 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 59,519 miles

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

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 5 Apr 2017 59,346 miles

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

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 27 Apr 2016 59,154 miles

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

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Fail 25 Apr 2016 59,154 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

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

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 23 Sep 2014 58,816 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Fail 22 Sep 2014 58,814 miles

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a) DANGEROUS

Clutch fluid low

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 5 Oct 2012 58,186 miles

Slight cracking around rear tyre walls

Pass 23 Aug 2011 57,567 miles

Clutch fluid reservoir fluid low

Puncture repair in front tyre

Pass 20 May 2010 57,043 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2009 56,262 miles
Fail 26 May 2009 56,260 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 27 May 2008 55,261 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2007 54,552 miles
Fail 23 May 2007 54,552 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Front fender insecure

Fail 23 May 2006 53,395 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Pass 23 May 2006 53,395 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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S58 TYA is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 S58 TYA, 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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S58 TYA is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 7 September 1998.

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