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VGM 900S

1978 Yamaha RD200

Blue Petrol 195cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2016
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,764 mi
Last recorded13,764 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2015
Typical for 1978 Yamaha RD20017,836 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVGM 900S
MakeYamaha
ModelRD200
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine195cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 15 Sep 2015 13,764 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 9 Jul 2011 13,715 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha RD200?

Based on 1,240 MOT tests across 305 vehicles.

87.4%
Pass Rate
139
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
305
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Direction indicator not working 8
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 6
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 6
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 6
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 5
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VGM 900S is a 1978 Yamaha RD200 in Blue with a 195cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Yamaha RD200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 17,836 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha RD200 fails its MOT is direction indicator not working, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VGM 900S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha RD200 typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 48 years old, this Yamaha RD200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VGM 900S registered?

VGM 900S is a 1978 Yamaha RD200, first registered on 13 July 1978.

Is VGM 900S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VGM 900S shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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