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J486 EWW

1991 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2022
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

56,612 mi
Last recorded56,612 miles
Recorded on20 May 2021
Typical for 1991 Yamaha VMX120025,857 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ486 EWW
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2021 56,612 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 56,546 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 56,523 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 56,239 miles

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

Fail 16 Jun 2016 56,239 miles

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

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

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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J486 EWW is a 1991 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 J486 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 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 J486 EWW registered?

J486 EWW is a 1991 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is J486 EWW safe to buy?

The MOT history for J486 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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