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G334 SLG

1990 Yamaha VMX1200

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2017
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

42,637 mi
Last recorded42,637 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2016
Typical for 1990 Yamaha VMX120027,587 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG334 SLG
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc
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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2016 42,637 miles
Fail 1 May 2014 40,062 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 1 May 2014 40,062 miles

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

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 12 Apr 2014 40,047 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 23 Mar 2013 38,927 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 23 Mar 2013 38,927 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 30 Apr 2011 38,550 miles

Nearside Front Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2011 38,550 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 32,630 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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G334 SLG is a 1990 Yamaha VMX1200 in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1990 Yamaha VMX1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 27,587 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 G334 SLG, 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 36 years old, this Yamaha VMX1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G334 SLG registered?

G334 SLG is a 1990 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 22 March 1990.

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