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N831 UPR

1995 Yamaha Vmax

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

21,507 mi
Last recorded21,507 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 1995 Yamaha Vmax22,808 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN831 UPR
MakeYamaha
ModelVmax
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 21,507 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2025 21,247 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Apr 2024 21,016 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 13 Apr 2024 21,016 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 8 Mar 2023 20,760 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 Mar 2022 20,186 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2021 20,122 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2020 19,835 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2019 19,327 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 18,317 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 17,672 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 17,476 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 17 Jun 2014 16,835 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 13 Jun 2013 16,131 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Jun 2012 13,264 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2012 13,257 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Sep 2009 12,597 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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N831 UPR is a 1995 Yamaha Vmax in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1995 Yamaha Vmax models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 22,808 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 N831 UPR, 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 31 years old, this Yamaha Vmax is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N831 UPR registered?

N831 UPR is a 1995 Yamaha Vmax, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is N831 UPR safe to buy?

The MOT history for N831 UPR shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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