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N677 JLP

1996 Yamaha V Max

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2024
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

53,751 mi
Last recorded53,751 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2023
Typical for 1996 Yamaha V Max18,415 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN677 JLP
MakeYamaha
ModelV Max
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc
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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2023 53,751 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Nov 2021 53,665 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 53,426 miles

Central Front Lower Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Stop lamp insecure (4.3.1 (c) (i))

Fail 10 Sep 2018 53,423 miles

Nearside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

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

Central Front Lower Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Stop lamp insecure (4.3.1 (c) (i))

Pass 17 May 2017 53,317 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 53,223 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 53,208 miles
Fail 21 May 2015 53,208 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Fail 10 May 2012 52,434 miles

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

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

Pass 10 May 2012 52,434 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2011 52,106 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 51,383 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2010 51,383 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 16 Mar 2009 46,603 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2006 44,805 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2006 44,804 miles

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

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

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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N677 JLP is a 1996 Yamaha V Max in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha V Max models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 18,415 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 N677 JLP, 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 30 years old, this Yamaha V Max is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N677 JLP registered?

N677 JLP is a 1996 Yamaha V Max, first registered on 9 July 1996.

Is N677 JLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for N677 JLP shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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