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G627 TNM

1989 Yamaha Vmax

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

28,267 mi
Last recorded28,267 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 1989 Yamaha Vmax27,802 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG627 TNM
MakeYamaha
ModelVmax
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 28,267 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2025 26,720 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2024 25,896 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 Apr 2022 25,727 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Apr 2021 24,276 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

slight oil leak

Pass 12 Mar 2020 23,270 miles

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

off side handelbar grip split

Pass 28 Nov 2018 23,268 miles

Offside Rear Outer Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2017 23,124 miles

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

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

front tyre perishing

Pass 29 Mar 2016 23,030 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 4 Aug 2014 22,577 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2013 21,519 miles

Front Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Pass 19 Apr 2013 21,519 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 20,882 miles

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

handle bar grips slightly worn

Pass 20 Aug 2010 16,544 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2009 14,728 miles

rear brake starting to bind

Pass 8 Aug 2008 14,670 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2007 14,554 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 7 Aug 2007 14,554 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 14,511 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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G627 TNM is a 1989 Yamaha Vmax in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 G627 TNM, 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 G627 TNM registered?

G627 TNM is a 1989 Yamaha Vmax, first registered on 8 August 1989.

Is G627 TNM safe to buy?

The MOT history for G627 TNM shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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