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E38 HCG

1988 Yamaha VMX1200

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2021
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

12,951 mi
Last recorded12,951 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2020
Typical for 1988 Yamaha VMX120028,664 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE38 HCG
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2020 12,951 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 12,592 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 12,583 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 12,484 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 11,988 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 11,845 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 11,662 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2012 11,662 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 27 Apr 2010 11,497 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 11,217 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

offside front incator slightly loose

rear brake slightly binding

Pass 17 Dec 2005 11,163 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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E38 HCG is a 1988 Yamaha VMX1200 in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1988 Yamaha VMX1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 28,664 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 E38 HCG, 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 38 years old, this Yamaha VMX1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E38 HCG registered?

E38 HCG is a 1988 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 31 December 1988.

Is E38 HCG safe to buy?

The MOT history for E38 HCG shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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