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J371 HOR

1991 Yamaha V Max

Black Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2023
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

37,375 mi
Last recorded37,375 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2022
Typical for 1991 Yamaha V Max23,715 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ371 HOR
MakeYamaha
ModelV Max
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2022 37,375 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2020 37,189 miles

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

Fail 15 Sep 2020 37,184 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 17 Sep 2019 36,847 miles

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

Fail 10 Sep 2019 36,842 miles

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Pass 29 Aug 2018 36,462 miles

Head stocks have slight notch

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

Pass 4 Sep 2017 35,011 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2017 35,011 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 4 Apr 2016 33,346 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 28,281 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 28,190 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2012 28,190 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Pass 9 Mar 2011 27,420 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2011 27,420 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 26 Feb 2010 26,449 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 25,680 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 25,446 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 24,963 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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J371 HOR is a 1991 Yamaha V Max in Black with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 1991 Yamaha V Max models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 23,715 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 J371 HOR, 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 35 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 J371 HOR registered?

J371 HOR is a 1991 Yamaha V Max, first registered on 2 September 1991.

Is J371 HOR safe to buy?

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