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S6 VMX

2002 Yamaha Vmax

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

26,221 mi
Last recorded26,221 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Yamaha Vmax22,739 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS6 VMX
MakeYamaha
ModelVmax
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 26,221 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2026 26,221 miles

Offside Front Upper Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released stop lamp remains on when lever released PRS (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 17 May 2025 24,658 miles
Pass 20 May 2024 23,284 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 22,194 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2022 20,879 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 May 2021 18,011 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 15,458 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 13,225 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 25 May 2018 12,252 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre also perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 May 2017 11,227 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 10,374 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

both front and rear tyre are starting to perish on the tread

Pass 29 May 2015 9,358 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 7,146 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 4,724 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 3,083 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 1,284 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 258 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 12,863 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 10,991 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2006 9,767 miles

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

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

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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S6 VMX is a 2002 Yamaha Vmax in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 2002 Yamaha Vmax models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.3% with a typical mileage of 22,739 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 S6 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 24 years old, this Yamaha Vmax is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was S6 VMX registered?

S6 VMX is a 2002 Yamaha Vmax, first registered on 1 March 2002.

Is S6 VMX safe to buy?

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