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S833 JRV

1998 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

25,516 mi
Last recorded25,516 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2021
Typical for 1998 Yamaha VMX120018,535 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS833 JRV
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2021 25,516 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 May 2019 25,119 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2018 24,482 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2017 23,960 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2016 23,479 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 22,327 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 22,113 miles

wear in clutch lever pivot

wear in rear brake lever pivot

Fail 6 Jan 2014 22,113 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

clutch lever pivot worn

rear brake lever pivot worn

Pass 16 Jun 2012 21,830 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2012 21,827 miles

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 7 Sep 2011 21,002 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 4 Sep 2010 19,083 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2009 16,412 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 14,491 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 14,332 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 13,770 miles

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

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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S833 JRV is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 S833 JRV, 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 S833 JRV registered?

S833 JRV is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S833 JRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S833 JRV shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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