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L559 ERU

1994 Yamaha Vmax

Red Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

49,351 mi
Last recorded49,351 miles
Recorded on9 May 2025
Typical for 1994 Yamaha Vmax18,768 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL559 ERU
MakeYamaha
ModelVmax
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 May 2025 49,351 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Jun 2024 48,690 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2024 48,677 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 4 May 2023 48,614 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 15 Dec 2021 48,614 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 8 Apr 2020 48,551 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 Apr 2019 48,522 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 48,303 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 13 Mar 2017 48,160 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Mar 2016 47,602 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 21 Mar 2016 47,602 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 28 Feb 2015 47,231 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Pass 21 Mar 2014 47,231 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2010 46,919 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2010 46,910 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 13 May 2008 46,264 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2007 44,575 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Throttle return cable broken

Pass 29 Apr 2006 43,195 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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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L559 ERU is a 1994 Yamaha Vmax in Red with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1994 Yamaha Vmax models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 18,768 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same year.

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 L559 ERU, 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 32 years old, this Yamaha Vmax is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L559 ERU registered?

L559 ERU is a 1994 Yamaha Vmax, first registered on 31 December 1994.

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