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L700 VMX

2009 Yamaha Vmax

Black Petrol 1699cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

45,651 mi
Last recorded45,651 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Yamaha Vmax10,012 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL700 VMX
MakeYamaha
ModelVmax
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,699cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 45,651 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2025 44,552 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2024 42,244 miles
Pass 9 May 2023 39,838 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2022 36,496 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2021 32,961 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 29,591 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil on both front forks (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Jun 2019 29,360 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 28,599 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2017 27,507 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 26,952 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 25,850 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 23,964 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 23,028 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2013 23,028 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 1 May 2013 21,591 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 20,119 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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L700 VMX is a 2009 Yamaha Vmax in Black with a 1,699cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2009 Yamaha Vmax models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.4% with a typical mileage of 10,012 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its 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 L700 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 17 years old, this Yamaha Vmax is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was L700 VMX registered?

L700 VMX is a 2009 Yamaha Vmax, first registered on 18 May 2009.

Is L700 VMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for L700 VMX shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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