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S458 AAW

1999 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

19,024 mi
Last recorded19,024 miles
Recorded on23 May 2026
Typical for 1999 Yamaha VMX120018,540 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS458 AAW
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 May 2026 19,024 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 23 May 2026 19,024 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 1 Apr 2025 16,779 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Dec 2021 16,771 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2019 16,377 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2019 16,377 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Fail 26 Jul 2019 16,377 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Mar 2017 15,807 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 15,690 miles
Fail 5 May 2016 15,690 miles

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 28 May 2015 15,527 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 14,309 miles

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

Fail 10 May 2013 14,309 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

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

Fail 23 Mar 2012 12,043 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6)

Pass 23 Mar 2012 12,043 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 10,521 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 8,285 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 6,980 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 8 Jun 2007 6,150 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 5,179 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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S458 AAW is a 1999 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 S458 AAW, 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 S458 AAW registered?

S458 AAW is a 1999 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is S458 AAW safe to buy?

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