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F772 LKN

1989 Yamaha Vmax

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

93,667 mi
Last recorded93,667 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 1989 Yamaha Vmax27,802 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF772 LKN
MakeYamaha
ModelVmax
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 93,667 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 92,682 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2023 92,248 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2022 90,991 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2021 89,912 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2020 88,652 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 87,985 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 86,030 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 85,509 miles
Fail 3 May 2012 85,509 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2011 83,815 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 81,275 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 80,369 miles
Fail 2 May 2009 80,369 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 28 Apr 2008 79,063 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 77,704 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2005 75,685 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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F772 LKN is a 1989 Yamaha Vmax in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1989 Yamaha Vmax models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 27,802 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 F772 LKN, 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 37 years old, this Yamaha Vmax is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F772 LKN registered?

F772 LKN is a 1989 Yamaha Vmax, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is F772 LKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for F772 LKN shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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