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P6 WKE

1997 Yamaha Vmax

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

38,556 mi
Last recorded38,556 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Vmax20,208 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP6 WKE
MakeYamaha
ModelVmax
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2025 38,556 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 18 Jun 2025 38,556 miles

All direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp all flash together (4.4.3 (b))

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 2 Jul 2024 38,230 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases system corroded at cross over joints. (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 28 Jun 2024 38,229 miles

All direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp nearside indicators light both side at once. (4.4.3 (b))

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements not loud enough. (7.7 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases system corroded at cross over joints. (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Jun 2023 38,125 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2023 38,123 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 May 2022 37,294 miles
Pass 15 May 2021 36,661 miles
Pass 14 May 2020 35,897 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2020 35,895 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Apr 2019 33,459 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 33,423 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 33,305 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 32,457 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 32,342 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2014 32,187 miles

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

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

Pass 4 May 2013 31,957 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2012 31,772 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 31,425 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2010 31,113 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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 11 Apr 2009 30,343 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 28,559 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 26,583 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 24,983 miles

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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P6 WKE is a 1997 Yamaha Vmax in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha Vmax models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 20,208 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 P6 WKE, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha Vmax is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P6 WKE registered?

P6 WKE is a 1997 Yamaha Vmax, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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