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J24 JRH

1992 Yamaha Vmax

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

36,870 mi
Last recorded36,870 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2016
Typical for 1992 Yamaha Vmax22,906 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ24 JRH
MakeYamaha
ModelVmax
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2016 36,870 miles

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

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

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

The bike is fine. I worry for it's future !

Fail 14 Sep 2016 36,870 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear suspension component loose (2.4.A.1a)

The bike is fine. I worry for it's future !

Pass 24 Apr 2015 35,228 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 21 May 2014 32,803 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 21 May 2014 32,803 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 30,150 miles

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

Fail 11 Jun 2013 30,150 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 16 Apr 2012 29,623 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 29,026 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2011 29,026 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

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

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Pass 9 Mar 2010 28,989 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2008 27,214 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 26,201 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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J24 JRH is a 1992 Yamaha Vmax in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 J24 JRH, 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 J24 JRH registered?

J24 JRH is a 1992 Yamaha Vmax, first registered on 1 May 1992.

Is J24 JRH safe to buy?

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