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J198 UNH

1991 Yamaha VMX1200

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2022
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

9,790 mi
Last recorded9,790 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2021
Typical for 1991 Yamaha VMX120025,857 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ198 UNH
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1991
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2021 9,790 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2021 9,790 miles

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pedal is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 3 Aug 2018 9,482 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 9,361 miles

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

Fail 29 Mar 2017 9,361 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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

Pass 8 Mar 2016 9,156 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 8,851 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 22 Jan 2014 8,134 miles

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

Inner Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Fail 22 Jan 2014 8,134 miles

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

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Inner Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 21 Nov 2012 6,740 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2012 6,573 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2010 4,099 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2008 1,857 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 7 Oct 2008 1,857 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 7 Jun 2007 1,469 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2005 1,168 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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J198 UNH is a 1991 Yamaha VMX1200 in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1991 Yamaha VMX1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 25,857 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 J198 UNH, 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 35 years old, this Yamaha VMX1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J198 UNH registered?

J198 UNH is a 1991 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is J198 UNH safe to buy?

The MOT history for J198 UNH 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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