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S713 KFJ

1998 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2017
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

36,379 mi
Last recorded36,379 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2016
Typical for 1998 Yamaha VMX120018,535 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS713 KFJ
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2016 36,379 miles

Front tyre has light sidewall cracking

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded frame (6.1.1a)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded swing arm (6.1.1a)

Rear tyre has light cracking betwen treads

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 20 Jul 2015 34,078 miles

Front tyre has slight side wall cracking

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 21 Jul 2014 31,827 miles

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 18 Jul 2013 30,171 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

front tyre starting to crack

Pass 11 Jul 2012 27,820 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

Pass 26 Jul 2011 25,903 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 21 Jul 2011 25,903 miles

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 17 Jul 2010 23,522 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2009 21,423 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2008 18,873 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 16,433 miles

clutch lever clamp fitted upside down

Pass 19 Jul 2006 13,880 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2005 11,236 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2005 11,236 miles

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

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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S713 KFJ is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 S713 KFJ, 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 S713 KFJ registered?

S713 KFJ is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 4 August 1998.

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