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S827 EGX

1998 Yamaha VMX1200

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

25,449 mi
Last recorded25,449 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha VMX120018,535 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS827 EGX
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2026 25,449 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 May 2025 25,328 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2023 24,482 miles

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

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

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

Fail 24 Oct 2023 24,473 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 20 Jul 2016 24,150 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 May 2015 24,048 miles

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2014 23,958 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 23,904 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 23,587 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 21,700 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 21,561 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 21,037 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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S827 EGX is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200 in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 S827 EGX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S827 EGX registered?

S827 EGX is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 8 September 1998.

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The MOT history for S827 EGX shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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