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F193 KGT

1989 Yamaha V Max

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

93,891 mi
Last recorded93,891 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2019
Typical for 1989 Yamaha V Max29,662 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF193 KGT
MakeYamaha
ModelV Max
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2019 93,891 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 9,338 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 8,885 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 8,700 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2015 7,108 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2014 5,664 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 38,282 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2011 38,236 miles

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

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

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 25 Jun 2011 38,236 miles

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

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 3 Jul 2010 37,974 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 37,724 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2009 37,696 miles

Front mudguard can easily contact the tyre (2.3.7)

Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

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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F193 KGT is a 1989 Yamaha V Max in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1989 Yamaha V Max models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 29,662 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 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 F193 KGT, 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 37 years old, this Yamaha V Max is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F193 KGT registered?

F193 KGT is a 1989 Yamaha V Max, first registered on 31 December 1989.

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