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B27 WVG

1985 Yamaha V Max

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

44,832 mi
Last recorded44,832 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2015
Typical for 1985 Yamaha V Max34,948 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB27 WVG
MakeYamaha
ModelV Max
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2015 44,832 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 44,176 miles

Oil leak

Pass 16 Jul 2012 41,993 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2011 39,881 miles

Rear Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 1 Jul 2011 39,881 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 36,699 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2010 36,644 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Pass 17 Feb 2009 34,001 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2008 29,804 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2008 29,804 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 11 Jan 2007 25,045 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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B27 WVG is a 1985 Yamaha V Max in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1985 Yamaha V Max models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 34,948 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 B27 WVG, 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 41 years old, this Yamaha V Max is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B27 WVG registered?

B27 WVG is a 1985 Yamaha V Max, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B27 WVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for B27 WVG shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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