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Y993 HPE

2001 Yamaha Vmax

Black Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

12,356 mi
Last recorded12,356 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2025
Typical for 2001 Yamaha Vmax7,794 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY993 HPE
MakeYamaha
ModelVmax
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2025 12,356 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 23 Aug 2023 9,623 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Aug 2023 9,623 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Aug 2022 7,142 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 4,478 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 4,450 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2014 4,366 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

front tyre cut in tread

Pass 1 Jul 2013 4,249 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 4,099 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 26 May 2011 3,936 miles

Front tyre pressure low

Front tyre tread starting to perish

Front tyre tread starting to wear unevenly

Rear tyre pressure low

Pass 31 Jul 2007 3,520 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2006 2,885 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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Y993 HPE is a 2001 Yamaha Vmax in Black with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha Vmax models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.8% with a typical mileage of 7,794 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 Y993 HPE, 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 25 years old, this Yamaha Vmax is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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Y993 HPE is a 2001 Yamaha Vmax, first registered on 6 August 2001.

Is Y993 HPE safe to buy?

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