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L379 MGM

1993 Yamaha V Max

Purple Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

14,511 mi
Last recorded14,511 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 1993 Yamaha V Max23,111 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL379 MGM
MakeYamaha
ModelV Max
Year1993
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 14,511 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2025 13,972 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 7 Feb 2024 13,957 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2023 13,948 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2021 13,922 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 13,817 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2006 13,106 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2006 13,106 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

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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L379 MGM is a 1993 Yamaha V Max in Purple with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1993 Yamaha V Max models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 23,111 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 L379 MGM, 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 33 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 L379 MGM registered?

L379 MGM is a 1993 Yamaha V Max, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is L379 MGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for L379 MGM shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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