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S993 ARP

1998 Yamaha VMX1200

Purple Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

33,769 mi
Last recorded33,769 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha VMX120018,535 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS993 ARP
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1998
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2026 33,769 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2026 33,769 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 25 Mar 2025 33,710 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

all lights masked off at time of test

Pass 24 Jul 2023 33,271 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Feb 2022 32,512 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Sep 2021 32,214 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 30,424 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 27,443 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2012 26,191 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 26 Jul 2012 26,191 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 24,946 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 23,602 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 22,059 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 20,490 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2007 14,345 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 11,645 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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S993 ARP is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200 in Purple with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 S993 ARP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S993 ARP?

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What year was S993 ARP registered?

S993 ARP is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 22 October 1998.

Is S993 ARP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S993 ARP shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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