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J909 OPK

1991 Yamaha V Max

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

36,804 mi
Last recorded36,804 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 1991 Yamaha V Max23,715 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ909 OPK
MakeYamaha
ModelV Max
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 36,804 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2025 36,622 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2023 36,452 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2022 35,114 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 32,908 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 31,408 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2019 29,850 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2018 28,161 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 24,496 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 21,583 miles

Centre Front Lower Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Rear suspension component slightly corroded. damper body x 2 (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 14 Aug 2014 21,027 miles

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

Centre Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Centre Rear Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Pass 17 Jun 2013 19,775 miles

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

Centre Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2012 19,725 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 19,717 miles

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

Fail 29 Aug 2008 19,717 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

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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J909 OPK is a 1991 Yamaha V Max in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 J909 OPK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J909 OPK registered?

J909 OPK is a 1991 Yamaha V Max, first registered on 1 August 1991.

Is J909 OPK safe to buy?

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