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R769 NPR

1998 Yamaha V Max

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

7,626 mi
Last recorded7,626 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha V Max18,120 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR769 NPR
MakeYamaha
ModelV Max
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 7,626 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2024 7,508 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 7,327 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 6,956 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 6,566 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020 6,413 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 6,024 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 4,198 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2017 3,290 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 2,150 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 22 May 2015 782 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 22,744 miles

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

Fail 16 May 2014 22,744 miles

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

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

Pass 7 May 2013 21,427 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 20,645 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 7 May 2011 19,445 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 5 May 2010 19,023 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 5 May 2010 19,023 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 18,666 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 18,142 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 17,835 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 16,383 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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R769 NPR is a 1998 Yamaha V Max in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 R769 NPR, 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.

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What year was R769 NPR registered?

R769 NPR is a 1998 Yamaha V Max, first registered on 2 March 1998.

Is R769 NPR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R769 NPR shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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