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H811 JLD

1990 Yamaha Vmax

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

20,754 mi
Last recorded20,754 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2025
Typical for 1990 Yamaha Vmax19,849 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH811 JLD
MakeYamaha
ModelVmax
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc
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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2025 20,754 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 20,496 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 20,239 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 20,056 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 19,933 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 19,856 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Aug 2017 19,672 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 19,639 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 18,161 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Sep 2014 18,130 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Sep 2013 18,078 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Fail 26 Jul 2012 18,024 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Inner Steering lock stop loose (2.1.3)

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Pass 26 Jul 2012 18,024 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Pass 9 Apr 2011 15,732 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 15,127 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 15,004 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 14,908 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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H811 JLD is a 1990 Yamaha Vmax in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 H811 JLD, 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 H811 JLD registered?

H811 JLD is a 1990 Yamaha Vmax, first registered on 31 December 1990.

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The MOT history for H811 JLD shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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