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J240 EWW

1992 Yamaha VMX1200

Yellow Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2021
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

14,926 mi
Last recorded14,926 miles
Recorded on27 May 2020
Typical for 1992 Yamaha VMX120024,407 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ240 EWW
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1992
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 May 2020 14,926 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 1 Mar 2019 14,695 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 1 Mar 2019 14,695 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Dec 2017 14,391 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2017 14,333 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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J240 EWW is a 1992 Yamaha VMX1200 in Yellow with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1992 Yamaha VMX1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 24,407 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 J240 EWW, 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 34 years old, this Yamaha VMX1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J240 EWW registered?

J240 EWW is a 1992 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 31 December 1992.

Is J240 EWW safe to buy?

The MOT history for J240 EWW shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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