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B822 RSH

1985 Yamaha Maxim

Orange Petrol 700cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

89,725 mi
Last recorded89,725 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 1985 Yamaha Maxim28,876 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB822 RSH
MakeYamaha
ModelMaxim
Year1985
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine700cc
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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 89,725 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2024 89,654 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2023 89,586 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 89,538 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2021 89,391 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 98,115 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 30,824 miles

as before

Fail 4 Jul 2007 30,822 miles

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

slight weep from rear shock absorbers. †front forks pitted. †oil leak. †rear number plate beginning to de-laminate. †battery spill beginning to corrode frame/rear swing arm.

Pass 17 Jul 2006 27,744 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2006 27,723 miles

Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Horn control not functioning. (1.7.2b)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c)

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

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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B822 RSH is a 1985 Yamaha Maxim in Orange 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 B822 RSH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B822 RSH registered?

B822 RSH is a 1985 Yamaha Maxim, first registered on 31 December 1985.

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