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P19 VMX

1996 Yamaha V Max

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

15,747 mi
Last recorded15,747 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Yamaha V Max18,415 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP19 VMX
MakeYamaha
ModelV Max
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 15,747 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2024 15,711 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2023 15,651 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2023 15,651 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2022 15,597 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 15,472 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2020 15,360 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 15,260 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 14,453 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 20 Jun 2017 14,160 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2017 14,160 miles

Front Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Pass 27 May 2016 14,096 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2013 14,017 miles

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

Front suspension has been modified (2.3.8)

Pass 8 Jun 2012 13,940 miles

Front suspension has been modified (2.3.8)

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

Pass 10 Jun 2008 13,609 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 1 May 2007 11,728 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2007 11,728 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2006 10,669 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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P19 VMX 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 P19 VMX, 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 P19 VMX registered?

P19 VMX is a 1996 Yamaha V Max, first registered on 14 September 1996.

Is P19 VMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P19 VMX shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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