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S987 BWC

1998 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2014
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,303 mi
Last recorded22,303 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2013
Typical for 1998 Yamaha VMX120018,535 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS987 BWC
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 5 Aug 2013 22,303 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 26 May 2012 21,603 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 20,363 miles

Front Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 19 Mar 2010 17,954 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 17,758 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 17,434 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 16,748 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 15,445 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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S987 BWC is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 S987 BWC, 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 S987 BWC registered?

S987 BWC is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 16 October 1998.

Is S987 BWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S987 BWC shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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