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K183 SLX

1993 Yamaha VMX1200

Yellow Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2023
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

45,851 mi
Last recorded45,851 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2022
Typical for 1993 Yamaha VMX120025,109 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK183 SLX
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1993
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2022 45,851 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2020 44,666 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2019 44,243 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2018 43,923 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2017 43,021 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 41,961 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 41,096 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 40,251 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 39,022 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 37,846 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 36,180 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 34,991 miles
Fail 14 May 2010 34,991 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 12 May 2009 33,825 miles

Offside Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 12 May 2009 33,825 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 32,887 miles
Fail 14 May 2008 32,887 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Nearside Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 12 May 2007 31,623 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 30,451 miles
Fail 13 May 2006 30,429 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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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K183 SLX is a 1993 Yamaha VMX1200 in Yellow with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 K183 SLX, 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 K183 SLX registered?

K183 SLX is a 1993 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 31 December 1993.

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