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H21 YAM

1999 Yamaha Vmax

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2025
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1999 Yamaha Vmax14,525 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH21 YAM
MakeYamaha
ModelVmax
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 May 2024

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

Pass 1 May 2021 20,165 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn to 1mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 1 May 2021 20,165 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Jul 2020 19,837 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 19,560 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 Jul 2017 19,502 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 19,406 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Mar 2015 19,382 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 30 Aug 2013 19,281 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Sep 2009 19,280 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 18,707 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 18,701 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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H21 YAM is a 1999 Yamaha Vmax in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1999 Yamaha Vmax models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.0% with a typical mileage of 14,525 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 H21 YAM, 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 27 years old, this Yamaha Vmax is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was H21 YAM registered?

H21 YAM is a 1999 Yamaha Vmax, first registered on 1 March 1999.

Is H21 YAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for H21 YAM shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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