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J782 LOW

1992 Yamaha Vmax

Red Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

8,435 mi
Last recorded8,435 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2026
Typical for 1992 Yamaha Vmax22,906 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ782 LOW
MakeYamaha
ModelVmax
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2026 8,435 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 7 Mar 2026 8,435 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 29 Jul 2023 8,421 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 8,403 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 8,369 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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J782 LOW is a 1992 Yamaha Vmax in Red with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1992 Yamaha Vmax models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 22,906 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 J782 LOW, 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 34 years old, this Yamaha Vmax is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J782 LOW registered?

J782 LOW is a 1992 Yamaha Vmax, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is J782 LOW safe to buy?

The MOT history for J782 LOW shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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