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S865 XBP

1998 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

24,141 mi
Last recorded24,141 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2017
Typical for 1998 Yamaha VMX120018,535 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS865 XBP
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2017 24,141 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2016 23,436 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2016 23,436 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2014 22,397 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2013 20,449 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 19,202 miles

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

Fail 14 May 2012 19,202 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 6 Apr 2011 17,692 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 17,310 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 15,950 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 14,518 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 14,372 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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S865 XBP is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 S865 XBP, 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 S865 XBP registered?

S865 XBP is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 31 December 1998.

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The MOT history for S865 XBP shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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