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C502 LOJ

1986 Yamaha Maxim

Blue Petrol 697cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

14,648 mi
Last recorded14,648 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2012
Typical for 1986 Yamaha Maxim21,151 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC502 LOJ
MakeYamaha
ModelMaxim
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine697cc
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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2012 14,648 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 14,648 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2011 14,648 miles

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Pass 11 Jun 2010 14,648 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 14,648 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2009 14,648 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 15 May 2008 15,648 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 14,648 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2005 14,648 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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C502 LOJ is a 1986 Yamaha Maxim in Blue with a 697cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1986 Yamaha Maxim models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 21,151 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 C502 LOJ, 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 40 years old, this Yamaha Maxim is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C502 LOJ registered?

C502 LOJ is a 1986 Yamaha Maxim, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C502 LOJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for C502 LOJ shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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