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J638 WRF

1996 Yamaha V Max

Yellow Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

9,151 mi
Last recorded9,151 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Yamaha V Max18,415 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ638 WRF
MakeYamaha
ModelV Max
Year1996
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 9,151 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2025 9,126 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2024 9,018 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2023 8,681 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 8,171 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 7,951 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2017 7,880 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2017 7,874 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Feb 2016 7,785 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 28 Feb 2015 7,713 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 22 Feb 2014 7,694 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 7,686 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 7,679 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 7,406 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 7,292 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 6,913 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 6,616 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 5,885 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 4,903 miles

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

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

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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J638 WRF is a 1996 Yamaha V Max in Yellow with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha V Max models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 18,415 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 J638 WRF, 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 30 years old, this Yamaha V Max is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J638 WRF registered?

J638 WRF is a 1996 Yamaha V Max, first registered on 26 April 1996.

Is J638 WRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for J638 WRF shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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