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L249 XHY

1993 Yamaha Vmax

Brown Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

32,617 mi
Last recorded32,617 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2024
Typical for 1993 Yamaha Vmax24,782 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL249 XHY
MakeYamaha
ModelVmax
Year1993
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2024 32,617 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2023 32,448 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2022 31,933 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 30,754 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 30,080 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 29,730 miles

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

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2017 2,821 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2017 28,921 miles

Rear position lamp obscured more than 50% (1.1.1d)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 17 Jun 2016 27,872 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 17 Jun 2016 27,872 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 1 Apr 2015 26,356 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 1 Apr 2015 26,356 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 10 Mar 2014 24,910 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2013 21,465 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 19,602 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 22 Feb 2011 18,763 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Mar 2010 16,466 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 16,446 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2008 16,283 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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L249 XHY is a 1993 Yamaha Vmax in Brown with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 L249 XHY, 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 L249 XHY registered?

L249 XHY is a 1993 Yamaha Vmax, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is L249 XHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for L249 XHY shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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