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L857 GHB

1993 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2021
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

31,460 mi
Last recorded31,460 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2020
Typical for 1993 Yamaha VMX120025,109 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL857 GHB
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2020 31,460 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2020 31,427 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Aug 2019 31,144 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 1 Aug 2019 31,144 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

front fork touching radiator on full lock

Pass 30 Mar 2016 31,138 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 29,704 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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L857 GHB is a 1993 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 L857 GHB, 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 L857 GHB registered?

L857 GHB is a 1993 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is L857 GHB safe to buy?

The MOT history for L857 GHB shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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