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H491 YGO

1991 Yamaha V Max

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

17,542 mi
Last recorded17,542 miles
Recorded on13 May 2025
Typical for 1991 Yamaha V Max23,715 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH491 YGO
MakeYamaha
ModelV Max
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc
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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2025 17,542 miles
Pass 9 May 2024 16,097 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2023 14,011 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2021 13,539 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2021 13,539 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Central Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Central Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 7 Nov 2017 13,500 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 55,401 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 13,024 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 10,559 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 9,834 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 9,143 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 7,353 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Apr 2007 7,128 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 2,234 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2006 2,234 miles

Rear Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

How Reliable is the Yamaha V Max?

Based on 5,093 MOT tests across 454 vehicles.

86.1%
Pass Rate
516
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
454
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 37
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 34
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 31
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 22
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 19
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H491 YGO is a 1991 Yamaha V Max in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1991 Yamaha V Max models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 23,715 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha V Max fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 37 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H491 YGO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha V Max typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 35 years old, this Yamaha V Max is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H491 YGO registered?

H491 YGO is a 1991 Yamaha V Max, first registered on 1 July 1991.

Is H491 YGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for H491 YGO shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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