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B11 VMX

1997 Yamaha V Max

Orange Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

19,034 mi
Last recorded19,034 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha V Max20,102 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB11 VMX
MakeYamaha
ModelV Max
Year1997
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc
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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 19,034 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Aug 2024 18,861 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Aug 2023 18,741 miles

Rear reflector damaged but function not impaired (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jul 2022 17,974 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 16,899 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 16,458 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2019 14,755 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 13,774 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 12,616 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Feb 2015 12,522 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 12,327 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2013 11,927 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2011 10,758 miles

front forward facing indicators /slightly obscured /not visible from side of machine

Fail 2 Sep 2011 10,755 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

front forward facing indicators /slightly obscured /not visible from side of machine

Pass 27 Aug 2010 9,757 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2010 9,757 miles

Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Pass 4 Sep 2009 9,033 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 4 Sep 2009 9,033 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 11 Sep 2008 7,165 miles

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

Fail 5 Sep 2008 7,160 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

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

Pass 10 Aug 2007 4,437 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 15,084 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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B11 VMX is a 1997 Yamaha V Max in Orange with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha V Max models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 20,102 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 B11 VMX, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha V Max is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was B11 VMX registered?

B11 VMX is a 1997 Yamaha V Max, first registered on 1 July 1997.

Is B11 VMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for B11 VMX shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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