CarVerify

Free Car Check

N590 XTV

1996 Yamaha Vmax

Black Petrol 1198cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

8,512 mi
Last recorded8,512 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2025
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Vmax19,812 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationN590 XTV
MakeYamaha
ModelVmax
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2025 8,512 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 8,491 miles

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

Fail 31 May 2019 8,491 miles

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel spindle loose (5.2.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 24 May 2018 8,466 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 8,304 miles

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

Fail 19 May 2017 8,304 miles

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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

Pass 1 Jun 2016 8,213 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 8,077 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 8,042 miles
Fail 21 May 2014 8,042 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)

Pass 22 May 2013 7,962 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 7,783 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 7,646 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2010 7,379 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2009 7,313 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2009 7,298 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 12 Apr 2008 7,116 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Fail 12 Apr 2008 7,116 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 15 Jan 2007 6,862 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2006 6,376 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
Full Yamaha Vmax reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

N590 XTV is a 1996 Yamaha Vmax in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 N590 XTV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of N590 XTV?

You can check the full history of N590 XTV by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was N590 XTV registered?

N590 XTV is a 1996 Yamaha Vmax, first registered on 26 April 1996.

Is N590 XTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N590 XTV shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N590 XTV have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on N590 XTV. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.