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S874 JRV

1998 Yamaha VMX1200

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

33,462 mi
Last recorded33,462 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha VMX120018,535 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS874 JRV
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc
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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2025 33,462 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 32,980 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 32,407 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 32,407 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 32,150 miles

Motorcycle structure has been slightly modified Swinging arm / rear wheel modified (6.1.1b)

Pass 1 Jun 2016 31,746 miles
Fail 23 May 2016 31,730 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 28 May 2015 30,295 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

No front mudguard

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 28 May 2015 30,295 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

No front mudguard

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Pass 31 Mar 2014 29,733 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 20 Apr 2012 29,466 miles

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

Fail 19 Apr 2012 29,462 miles

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 19 Jun 2010 28,200 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2010 28,178 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 26 Feb 2009 27,448 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Mar 2008 26,346 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 24,101 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2005 22,006 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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S874 JRV is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200 in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 S874 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 S874 JRV registered?

S874 JRV is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S874 JRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S874 JRV shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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