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K159 PLT

1992 Yamaha Vmax

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

10,937 mi
Last recorded10,937 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 1992 Yamaha Vmax22,906 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK159 PLT
MakeYamaha
ModelVmax
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 10,937 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2025 10,937 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 3 Sep 2021 10,920 miles
Fail 27 May 2021 10,917 miles

Nearside Front Brake caliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Pass 3 May 2017 10,770 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 10,760 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 10,738 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 10,602 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2010 10,602 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 30 May 2009 10,465 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 21 May 2007 10,440 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 20 May 2006 10,340 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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K159 PLT is a 1992 Yamaha Vmax in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 K159 PLT, 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 K159 PLT registered?

K159 PLT is a 1992 Yamaha Vmax, first registered on 31 October 1992.

Is K159 PLT safe to buy?

The MOT history for K159 PLT shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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