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G498 WKK

1990 Yamaha V Max

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2025
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,556 mi
Last recorded38,556 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2024
Typical for 1990 Yamaha V Max26,764 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG498 WKK
MakeYamaha
ModelV Max
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 13 Jun 2024 38,556 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2022 38,467 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2021 38,297 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2020 38,273 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin disc (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 May 2019 37,578 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 35,770 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 33,195 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 33,060 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 32,692 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 32,180 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 31,546 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 16 Feb 2011 31,538 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 31,538 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 29,635 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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G498 WKK is a 1990 Yamaha V Max in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1990 Yamaha V Max models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 26,764 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 G498 WKK, 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 36 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 G498 WKK registered?

G498 WKK is a 1990 Yamaha V Max, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is G498 WKK safe to buy?

The MOT history for G498 WKK shows 14 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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