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S276 RUX

1999 Yamaha VMX1200

Yellow Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

8,431 mi
Last recorded8,431 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2022
Typical for 1999 Yamaha VMX120018,540 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS276 RUX
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2022 8,431 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 8,410 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2019 8,475 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Sep 2018 7,206 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Sep 2017 6,564 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 5,598 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 5,364 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2013 4,945 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 3,270 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2012 3,270 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2012 3,066 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 22 Jun 2011 1,601 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2011 1,601 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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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S276 RUX is a 1999 Yamaha VMX1200 in Yellow with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1999 Yamaha VMX1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 18,540 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 S276 RUX, 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 27 years old, this Yamaha VMX1200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was S276 RUX registered?

S276 RUX is a 1999 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 1 February 1999.

Is S276 RUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for S276 RUX shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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