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OIG 9992

1996 Yamaha V Max

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

41,324 mi
Last recorded41,324 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2025
Typical for 1996 Yamaha V Max18,415 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOIG 9992
MakeYamaha
ModelV Max
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc
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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Fail 19 Jun 2025 41,324 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 20 Jun 2024 40,811 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2024 40,763 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls switch (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Feb 2023 39,335 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2018 39,132 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 38,982 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 37,251 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 35,983 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 34,672 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 33,125 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Fail 29 May 2013 32,639 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 29 May 2013 32,639 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2012 31,045 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 30,487 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 28,216 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 25,627 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2007 23,501 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 21,397 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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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OIG 9992 is a 1996 Yamaha V Max in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 OIG 9992, 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 OIG 9992 registered?

OIG 9992 is a 1996 Yamaha V Max, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is OIG 9992 safe to buy?

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