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G443 WKK

1989 Yamaha Vmax

Multi-colour Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

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Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

Typical for 1989 Yamaha Vmax27,802 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG443 WKK
MakeYamaha
ModelVmax
Year1989
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025
Pass 10 Jul 2024 1 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Apr 2022

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

corrosion on rear seat frame

Fail 22 Apr 2022

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

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

corrosion on rear seat frame

Pass 26 Sep 2020
Pass 20 Jun 2019 29,514 miles

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

Fail 6 Jun 2019 29,513 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

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

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released rear brake (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 25 Apr 2018 28,001 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 27,032 miles

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

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 29 Apr 2016 24,644 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 21,935 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 21,192 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 11,899 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2012 19,897 miles

Front Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3C2d.)

Pass 9 May 2011 17,826 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 16,843 miles

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

Fail 15 May 2010 16,843 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 6 May 2009 15,709 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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G443 WKK is a 1989 Yamaha Vmax in Multi-colour with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 G443 WKK, 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 G443 WKK registered?

G443 WKK is a 1989 Yamaha Vmax, first registered on 31 December 1989.

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