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K6 VMX

1998 Yamaha Vmax

Silver Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

10,509 mi
Last recorded10,509 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Vmax20,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK6 VMX
MakeYamaha
ModelVmax
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 10,509 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2024 10,494 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2023 10,416 miles

Front slight damage on tread

Pass 23 Apr 2022 9,966 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2022 9,940 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Aug 2020 9,232 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Jun 2019 9,196 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 4 May 2018 8,967 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 May 2018 18,619 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Mar 2017 8,778 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 15 Mar 2017 8,753 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Horn replaced by a siren (1.7.3b)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Mar 2016 8,247 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 6,235 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 2,494 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013
Pass 24 Feb 2012 746 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 29,392 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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K6 VMX is a 1998 Yamaha Vmax in Silver with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha Vmax models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 20,642 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 K6 VMX, 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 28 years old, this Yamaha Vmax is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was K6 VMX registered?

K6 VMX is a 1998 Yamaha Vmax, first registered on 22 May 1998.

Is K6 VMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for K6 VMX shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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