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G227 EJH

1989 Yamaha V Max

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2023
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

4,266 mi
Last recorded4,266 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2022
Typical for 1989 Yamaha V Max29,662 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG227 EJH
MakeYamaha
ModelV Max
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2022 4,266 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 4,091 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2019 3,901 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 3,572 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 10 Oct 2017 3,572 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 24 Sep 2016 3,399 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2016 3,396 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear position lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Pass 15 Sep 2015 3,067 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 28 Aug 2014 2,164 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2013 681 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2013 681 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 23 Jul 2012 622 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2012 622 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 18 Jul 2011 376 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2011 376 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2010 23,541 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 22,731 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Apr 2008 22,139 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 21,545 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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G227 EJH is a 1989 Yamaha V Max in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 G227 EJH, 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 G227 EJH registered?

G227 EJH is a 1989 Yamaha V Max, first registered on 1 September 1989.

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