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K16 VMX

1993 Yamaha V Max

Red Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2023
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

39,163 mi
Last recorded39,163 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2022
Typical for 1993 Yamaha V Max23,111 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK16 VMX
MakeYamaha
ModelV Max
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2022 39,163 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 38,808 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 38,640 miles

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 11 Apr 2013 37,150 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 1 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2011 1 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 29 Mar 2011 1 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Mar 2006 45,730 miles

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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K16 VMX is a 1993 Yamaha V Max in Red with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1993 Yamaha V Max models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 23,111 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 K16 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 33 years old, this Yamaha V Max is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K16 VMX registered?

K16 VMX is a 1993 Yamaha V Max, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is K16 VMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for K16 VMX shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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