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S68 UKJ

1998 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2023
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

26,809 mi
Last recorded26,809 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2022
Typical for 1998 Yamaha VMX120018,535 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS68 UKJ
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2022 26,809 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2022 26,809 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2020 26,479 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 15 Mar 2014 26,082 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 27 Mar 2013 25,541 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 25,531 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2012 25,531 miles

Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 14 Jun 2011 25,302 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 25,170 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2010 25,170 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2009 23,561 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 22,858 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 22,287 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 17 Jun 2006 20,979 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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S68 UKJ is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 S68 UKJ, 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 S68 UKJ registered?

S68 UKJ is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 14 August 1998.

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