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J896 LOR

1992 Yamaha V Max

Red Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

28,508 mi
Last recorded28,508 miles
Recorded on12 May 2025
Typical for 1992 Yamaha V Max23,628 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ896 LOR
MakeYamaha
ModelV Max
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2025 28,508 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

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

Pass 6 Sep 2021 27,539 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 26,550 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 26,098 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 25,511 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 24,772 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 24,116 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 23,701 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2010 22,873 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2010 22,873 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 18 Jul 2008 22,170 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2007 21,286 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 20,549 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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J896 LOR is a 1992 Yamaha V Max in Red with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1992 Yamaha V Max models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 23,628 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 J896 LOR, 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 34 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 J896 LOR registered?

J896 LOR is a 1992 Yamaha V Max, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is J896 LOR safe to buy?

The MOT history for J896 LOR shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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