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N290 HSF

1996 Yamaha VMX1200

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2025
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

12,026 mi
Last recorded12,026 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2024
Typical for 1996 Yamaha VMX120023,004 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN290 HSF
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2024 12,026 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Aug 2023 11,680 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2022 11,131 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2021 9,903 miles
Pass 13 May 2020 9,133 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 8,865 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 8,679 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 7,656 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2017 7,656 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(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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N290 HSF is a 1996 Yamaha VMX1200 in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha VMX1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 23,004 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 N290 HSF, 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 30 years old, this Yamaha VMX1200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N290 HSF registered?

N290 HSF is a 1996 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is N290 HSF safe to buy?

The MOT history for N290 HSF shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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