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GAW 238M

1993 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

875 mi
Last recorded875 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2022
Typical for 1993 Yamaha VMX120025,109 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGAW 238M
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2022 875 miles
Fail 25 May 2022 873 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 668 miles
Fail 9 May 2018 668 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on main beam (1.1.3a)

Front Throttle operating incorrectly sticks (6.2.1f)

Front Steering linkage has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 24 Apr 2017 668 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Apr 2016 256 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015
Fail 28 Nov 2015

Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.3.1b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear wheel close to drive system

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2012 199 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2011 196 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Apr 2010 459 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 448 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 177 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2008 177 miles

Front Brake pipe likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Rear Tyre fouling another component (4.1.4)

Pass 14 Apr 2007 126 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 350 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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GAW 238M is a 1993 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GAW 238M, 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 GAW 238M registered?

GAW 238M is a 1993 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is GAW 238M safe to buy?

The MOT history for GAW 238M shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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