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R666 VMX

1998 Yamaha Vmax

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

7,439 mi
Last recorded7,439 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Vmax20,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR666 VMX
MakeYamaha
ModelVmax
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2026 7,439 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2022 7,430 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2021 7,197 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 7 Jun 2021 7,197 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 May 2020 6,860 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 5,453 miles

Exhaust noisey

Pass 2 May 2014 4,713 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Apr 2013 3,874 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 20,593 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 20,542 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2009 19,783 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 19,611 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 18,760 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 17,348 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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R666 VMX is a 1998 Yamaha Vmax in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha Vmax models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 20,642 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 R666 VMX, 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 28 years old, this Yamaha Vmax is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R666 VMX registered?

R666 VMX is a 1998 Yamaha Vmax, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R666 VMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R666 VMX shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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