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F993 EVG

1989 Yamaha Vmax

Red Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

27,802 mi
Last recorded27,802 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 1989 Yamaha Vmax27,802 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF993 EVG
MakeYamaha
ModelVmax
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 27,802 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2025 27,802 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Jul 2024 27,489 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2023 27,005 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2022 26,999 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 2 Jul 2021 26,999 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2021 26,999 miles

Front Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2020 26,999 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 26,999 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 26,999 miles

Offside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Apr 2017 26,999 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 30 Apr 2016 26,580 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 May 2015 26,417 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 25,583 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2014 25,583 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 1 May 2013 25,023 miles

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

front forks show light mist oil,,,front discs show light mist oil

Pass 19 Apr 2012 24,447 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 23,959 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 15 Mar 2010 23,544 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 23,280 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 May 2007 21,956 miles

travel in rear brake pedal excessive

Fail 11 May 2007 21,956 miles

Front Brake lever is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

travel in rear brake pedal excessive

Pass 16 Jun 2006 10,953 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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F993 EVG is a 1989 Yamaha Vmax in Red with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 F993 EVG, 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 F993 EVG registered?

F993 EVG is a 1989 Yamaha Vmax, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is F993 EVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for F993 EVG shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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