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N293 WUP

1996 Yamaha Vmax

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2025
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

27,991 mi
Last recorded27,991 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2024
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Vmax19,812 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN293 WUP
MakeYamaha
ModelVmax
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2024 27,991 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2023 27,887 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 26,659 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 24 Mar 2021 26,079 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2019 25,976 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Dec 2019 25,976 miles

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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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N293 WUP is a 1996 Yamaha Vmax in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha Vmax models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 19,812 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 N293 WUP, 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 30 years old, this Yamaha Vmax is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N293 WUP registered?

N293 WUP is a 1996 Yamaha Vmax, first registered on 31 December 1996.

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The MOT history for N293 WUP shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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