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B480 HFE

1985 Yamaha Maxim

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2019
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

14,900 mi
Last recorded14,900 miles
Recorded on26 May 2018
Typical for 1985 Yamaha Maxim28,876 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB480 HFE
MakeYamaha
ModelMaxim
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 May 2018 14,900 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 18 May 2017

CUSTOM BUILD /TEST AS SEEN

Fail 18 May 2017

CUSTOM BUILD /TEST AS SEEN

Front Front suspension has an inadequate repair of a load bearing member or its supporting structure. (2.3.8)

Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

Fail 22 Oct 2014 1,614 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

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

Pass 22 Oct 2014 1,614 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 3 Sep 2011 751 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2010 1 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Maxim?

Based on 868 MOT tests across 115 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
298
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
115
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 15
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 8
Direction indicators not working 5
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 5
wheel bearings have excessive free play 5
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B480 HFE is a 1985 Yamaha Maxim in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1985 Yamaha Maxim models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 28,876 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 Maxim fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B480 HFE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Maxim typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 41 years old, this Yamaha Maxim is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B480 HFE registered?

B480 HFE is a 1985 Yamaha Maxim, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B480 HFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for B480 HFE shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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