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OFZ 6394

1998 Yamaha V Max

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

34,088 mi
Last recorded34,088 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha V Max18,120 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOFZ 6394
MakeYamaha
ModelV Max
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2025 34,088 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 11 Oct 2024 34,058 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2023 33,430 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2023 32,973 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 10 Jan 2022 32,053 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2020 30,997 miles
Pass 27 May 2019 30,585 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 23 May 2019 30,582 miles

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

Stop lamp not working with rear brake (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 17 Apr 2018 30,282 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 29,348 miles

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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OFZ 6394 is a 1998 Yamaha V Max in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha V Max models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% with a typical mileage of 18,120 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 OFZ 6394, 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 28 years old, this Yamaha V Max is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OFZ 6394 registered?

OFZ 6394 is a 1998 Yamaha V Max, first registered on 21 January 1998.

Is OFZ 6394 safe to buy?

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