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B483 HFE

1985 Yamaha Maxim

Black Petrol 700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

20,502 mi
Last recorded20,502 miles
Recorded on10 May 2016
Typical for 1985 Yamaha Maxim28,876 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB483 HFE
MakeYamaha
ModelMaxim
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine700cc
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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 May 2016 20,502 miles

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 18 Apr 2015 20,250 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 19,788 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

visable craking on sidewall of rear tyre

Pass 16 Apr 2013 18,575 miles

Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Nearside Inner Lower Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Nearside Lower Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Offside Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Offside Inner Lower Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Offside Lower Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Pass 3 Apr 2012 17,891 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2012 17,882 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 4 Apr 2011 17,678 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 17,480 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 17,100 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 10 Mar 2009 17,100 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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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B483 HFE is a 1985 Yamaha Maxim in Black with a 700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 B483 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 B483 HFE registered?

B483 HFE is a 1985 Yamaha Maxim, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B483 HFE safe to buy?

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