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F942 THW

1988 Yamaha VMX1200

Yellow Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2024
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,671 mi
Last recorded28,671 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2023
Typical for 1988 Yamaha VMX120028,664 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF942 THW
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1988
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 29 Jun 2023 28,671 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2022 28,413 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 28,142 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 27,690 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 27,308 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 27,210 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 30 May 2014 27,111 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 1 Jun 2013 26,941 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 26 May 2012 26,248 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 25,957 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 25,080 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 22,855 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 21,025 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 19,737 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 18,889 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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F942 THW is a 1988 Yamaha VMX1200 in Yellow with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 F942 THW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F942 THW registered?

F942 THW is a 1988 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 31 December 1988.

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