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S890 MGO

1998 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

14,306 mi
Last recorded14,306 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2024
Typical for 1998 Yamaha VMX120018,535 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS890 MGO
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2024 14,306 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2021 14,259 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 16 Nov 2021 14,259 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Aug 2020 14,238 miles

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

Fail 22 Aug 2020 14,218 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 24 Aug 2019 14,025 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 13,774 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 12,629 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 12,508 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 12,254 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 12,144 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2014 12,134 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

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

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 11 Aug 2011 12,123 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 11,861 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2009 11,331 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 11,324 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 10,817 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 9,781 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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S890 MGO is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 S890 MGO, 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 S890 MGO registered?

S890 MGO is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 4 November 1998.

Is S890 MGO safe to buy?

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