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J666 VMX

1997 Yamaha V Max

Purple Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,805 mi
Last recorded27,805 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha V Max20,102 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ666 VMX
MakeYamaha
ModelV Max
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 12 Sep 2025 27,805 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2024 27,608 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 27,084 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 26,174 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 25,882 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 25,822 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 25,559 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 25,383 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 24,202 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 23,698 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Jun 2010 22,861 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 20 May 2008 22,631 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 22,021 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 May 2006 20,666 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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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J666 VMX is a 1997 Yamaha V Max in Purple with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha V Max models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 20,102 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 J666 VMX, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha V Max is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J666 VMX registered?

J666 VMX is a 1997 Yamaha V Max, first registered on 1 May 1997.

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