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F4 VMX

1993 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2025
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

10,765 mi
Last recorded10,765 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2024
Typical for 1993 Yamaha VMX120025,109 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF4 VMX
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2024 10,765 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 27 Jul 2024 10,750 miles

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

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 21 Jun 2023 10,743 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 3 Aug 2021 10,738 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2020 10,644 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 10,567 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 10,469 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2018 10,464 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2017 10,345 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2017 10,345 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 6 Apr 2016 10,257 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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F4 VMX is a 1993 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1993 Yamaha VMX1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 25,109 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 F4 VMX, 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 33 years old, this Yamaha VMX1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F4 VMX registered?

F4 VMX is a 1993 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is F4 VMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for F4 VMX shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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