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E169 AUJ

1988 Yamaha V Max

Black Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

30,453 mi
Last recorded30,453 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 1988 Yamaha V Max33,418 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE169 AUJ
MakeYamaha
ModelV Max
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 30,453 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2025 30,114 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2024 29,536 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2022 28,976 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 May 2021 28,398 miles
Fail 28 May 2021 28,391 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Pass 20 Mar 2020 27,201 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2020 27,201 miles

Offside Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced frame torsion bar (6.1.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Feb 2019 27,023 miles

Central Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Gear lever slightly bent operates ok

Rear Brake pivot worn, but not excessively (1.1.15 (b))

Fail 18 Feb 2019 27,023 miles

Central Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Gear lever slightly bent operates ok

Headlamp not working on dipped beam Change bulb (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pivot worn, but not excessively (1.1.15 (b))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements incorrect size so changed (0.1 (d))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 May 2018 27,006 miles

gear leaver slightly bent

rear brake pedel pivot worn

Pass 17 Jun 2016 26,673 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 26,143 miles

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 3 Feb 2014 25,940 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 25,928 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 25,925 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 25,912 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 25,708 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 25,387 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 25,328 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2006 24,506 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha V Max?

Based on 5,093 MOT tests across 454 vehicles.

86.1%
Pass Rate
516
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
454
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 37
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 34
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 31
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 22
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 19
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E169 AUJ is a 1988 Yamaha V Max in Black with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1988 Yamaha V Max models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 33,418 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha V Max fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 37 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E169 AUJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha V Max typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 38 years old, this Yamaha V Max is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E169 AUJ registered?

E169 AUJ is a 1988 Yamaha V Max, first registered on 31 December 1988.

Is E169 AUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for E169 AUJ shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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