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K854 GKU

1993 Yamaha V Max

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

20,334 mi
Last recorded20,334 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 1993 Yamaha V Max23,111 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK854 GKU
MakeYamaha
ModelV Max
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 20,334 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2024 18,924 miles
Pass 27 May 2023 18,713 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 18,186 miles

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced tail light not working (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp light intensity obviously reduced brake light not working (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2021 18,135 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 18,103 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 17,955 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2017 17,792 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2017 17,792 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2016 16,921 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2016 16,876 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 13 Apr 2015 16,839 miles

horn poor

Pass 2 Jan 2014 16,745 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 16,658 miles

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

Fail 20 Mar 2012 16,656 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

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

Pass 22 Mar 2011 16,409 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 7 Mar 2009 15,446 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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K854 GKU is a 1993 Yamaha V Max in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 K854 GKU, 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 K854 GKU registered?

K854 GKU is a 1993 Yamaha V Max, first registered on 16 March 1993.

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The MOT history for K854 GKU shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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