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G809 WGW

1990 Yamaha Vmax

Red Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2022
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

21,117 mi
Last recorded21,117 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2021
Typical for 1990 Yamaha Vmax19,849 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG809 WGW
MakeYamaha
ModelVmax
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2021 21,117 miles
Pass 23 May 2020 20,430 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 19,842 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 18,811 miles

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

Fail 23 Jun 2017 18,811 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 11 Jun 2016 17,983 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2016 17,983 miles

Offside Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1j)

Pass 28 Mar 2015 17,601 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 16,816 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 14,965 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 9,604 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Vmax?

Based on 5,864 MOT tests across 740 vehicles.

88.5%
Pass Rate
500
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
740
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 35
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 34
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 34
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 17
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 16
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G809 WGW is a 1990 Yamaha Vmax in Red with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1990 Yamaha Vmax models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.7% with a typical mileage of 19,849 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 Vmax fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G809 WGW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Vmax typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 36 years old, this Yamaha Vmax is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G809 WGW registered?

G809 WGW is a 1990 Yamaha Vmax, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is G809 WGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for G809 WGW shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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