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P9 KYN

1996 Yamaha V Max

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

53,642 mi
Last recorded53,642 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Yamaha V Max18,415 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP9 KYN
MakeYamaha
ModelV Max
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 53,642 miles

Rear brake pedal slightly soft

Pass 4 Jul 2025 53,589 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2024 53,532 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2023 53,397 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Apr 2022 53,224 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 53,132 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 52,916 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 52,637 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 52,512 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 52,409 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 51,867 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 51,644 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 51,250 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 47,039 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 43,748 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 40,808 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 39,725 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 36,553 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2008 36,553 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 23 Aug 2007 34,794 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 32,720 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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P9 KYN is a 1996 Yamaha V Max in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 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 P9 KYN, 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 P9 KYN registered?

P9 KYN is a 1996 Yamaha V Max, first registered on 12 August 1996.

Is P9 KYN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P9 KYN shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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