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V44 YAM

1999 Yamaha V Max

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2025
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

30,132 mi
Last recorded30,132 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2024
Typical for 1999 Yamaha V Max15,307 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV44 YAM
MakeYamaha
ModelV Max
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2024 30,132 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2024 30,129 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect twin headlamps both kick up to the right (4.1.2 (c))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Pass 3 Jun 2023 30,145 miles
Pass 26 May 2022 30,084 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 30,054 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 29,289 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2018 28,931 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 28,900 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 28,542 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 6 Jun 2014 27,927 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 27,207 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 29 May 2012 26,773 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 24,232 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 16,248 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 9,580 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 3,138 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 333 miles

nearside front mirror damaged

Pass 18 Apr 2006 329 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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V44 YAM is a 1999 Yamaha V Max in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 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 V44 YAM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V44 YAM registered?

V44 YAM is a 1999 Yamaha V Max, first registered on 8 September 1999.

Is V44 YAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for V44 YAM shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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