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V4 UMF

1999 Yamaha Vmax

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

16,050 mi
Last recorded16,050 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 1999 Yamaha Vmax14,525 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV4 UMF
MakeYamaha
ModelVmax
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 16,050 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2024 14,525 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2021 14,473 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 14,460 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2019 14,429 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Oct 2018 12,921 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 12,751 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 11,586 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 11,500 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 10,612 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 10,407 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2011 9,810 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 8,191 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 7,701 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2009 7,701 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 19 May 2008 7,257 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 11 May 2007 7,233 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 11 May 2006 7,209 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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V4 UMF is a 1999 Yamaha Vmax in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1999 Yamaha Vmax models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.0% with a typical mileage of 14,525 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 V4 UMF, 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 27 years old, this Yamaha Vmax is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was V4 UMF registered?

V4 UMF is a 1999 Yamaha Vmax, first registered on 16 December 1999.

Is V4 UMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for V4 UMF shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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