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M6 VMX

1999 Yamaha V Max

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2026
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

23,208 mi
Last recorded23,208 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2025
Typical for 1999 Yamaha V Max15,307 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM6 VMX
MakeYamaha
ModelV Max
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2025 23,208 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 23,120 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 22,976 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2011 22,976 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 5 Sep 2009 22,263 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 19,386 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2008 19,386 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Fail 6 Sep 2007 16,483 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 6 Sep 2007 16,483 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 8 Sep 2006 14,695 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 8 Sep 2006 14,695 miles

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

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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M6 VMX is a 1999 Yamaha V Max in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1999 Yamaha V Max models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 15,307 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 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 M6 VMX, 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 27 years old, this Yamaha V Max is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M6 VMX registered?

M6 VMX is a 1999 Yamaha V Max, first registered on 10 September 1999.

Is M6 VMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for M6 VMX shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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