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T342 LAU

1999 Yamaha V Max

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

51,981 mi
Last recorded51,981 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 1999 Yamaha V Max15,307 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT342 LAU
MakeYamaha
ModelV Max
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 51,981 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2026 51,981 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls loose wire on front switch (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 3 May 2025 51,293 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2024 50,112 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2024 50,112 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 6 May 2023 49,379 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2022 48,660 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2021 47,809 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 45,716 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2019 45,716 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Apr 2018 43,892 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2017 42,741 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 40,531 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 39,983 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 37,790 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 36,242 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 33,769 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2011 33,769 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Fail 13 Jun 2009 30,405 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 13 Jun 2009 30,405 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 27,826 miles

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

Fail 7 Jun 2008 27,826 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 24 Mar 2007 25,472 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 23,099 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2006 23,099 miles

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

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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T342 LAU is a 1999 Yamaha V Max in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

Across all 1999 Yamaha V Max models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 15,307 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 T342 LAU, 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 27 years old, this Yamaha V Max is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was T342 LAU registered?

T342 LAU is a 1999 Yamaha V Max, first registered on 2 March 1999.

Is T342 LAU safe to buy?

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