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K609 EBH

1993 Yamaha Vmax

Maroon Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

56,172 mi
Last recorded56,172 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 1993 Yamaha Vmax24,782 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK609 EBH
MakeYamaha
ModelVmax
Year1993
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 56,172 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2024 55,695 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2024 55,690 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 21 Jul 2022 55,180 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Jul 2021 54,582 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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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K609 EBH is a 1993 Yamaha Vmax in Maroon with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1993 Yamaha Vmax models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 24,782 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 K609 EBH, 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 33 years old, this Yamaha Vmax is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K609 EBH registered?

K609 EBH is a 1993 Yamaha Vmax, first registered on 1 October 1993.

Is K609 EBH safe to buy?

The MOT history for K609 EBH shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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