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S909 SDB

1998 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2024
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

15,259 mi
Last recorded15,259 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2023
Typical for 1998 Yamaha VMX120018,535 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS909 SDB
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2023 15,259 miles
Pass 3 May 2022 15,165 miles

one part of osr side light not working

rear brake light not working on front

Pass 26 Apr 2021 14,901 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2020 14,452 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 14,197 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 13,746 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil filter corroded

Fail 24 Aug 2017 13,741 miles

Hazard warning lamps not fitted (1.4.B.1a)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil filter corroded

Pass 12 Aug 2016 12,376 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 11,092 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 9,464 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 8,240 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 78,256 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2012 78,256 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Jul 2011 7,611 miles

rear brake light flickers slightly

Pass 18 Mar 2010 7,392 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2008 7,185 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 7,175 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 7,144 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2006 6,904 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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S909 SDB is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 S909 SDB, 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 S909 SDB registered?

S909 SDB is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S909 SDB safe to buy?

The MOT history for S909 SDB shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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