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J233 UEC

1992 Yamaha Vmax

Purple Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2020
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

19,584 mi
Last recorded19,584 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2019
Typical for 1992 Yamaha Vmax22,906 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ233 UEC
MakeYamaha
ModelVmax
Year1992
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2019 19,584 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2018 16,987 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2017 13,965 miles

Front BRAKE LINES HAVE ANODISED BRAKE FIXINGS

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Rear BRAKE LINES HAVE ANODISED BRAKE FIXINGS

Fail 6 Feb 2017 13,965 miles

Front BRAKE LINES HAVE ANODISED BRAKE FIXINGS

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear BRAKE LINES HAVE ANODISED BRAKE FIXINGS

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

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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J233 UEC is a 1992 Yamaha Vmax in Purple with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1992 Yamaha Vmax models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 22,906 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 J233 UEC, 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 34 years old, this Yamaha Vmax is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J233 UEC registered?

J233 UEC is a 1992 Yamaha Vmax, first registered on 31 December 1992.

Is J233 UEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for J233 UEC shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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