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D179 BSA

1987 Yamaha Vmax

Red Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2024
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

24,020 mi
Last recorded24,020 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2023
Typical for 1987 Yamaha Vmax23,878 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD179 BSA
MakeYamaha
ModelVmax
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2023 24,020 miles

Both tyres perishing

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Offside fork slight misting (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Feb 2022 23,878 miles

Front & Rear Tyre Showing Signs Of Age Cracking

Fail 12 Feb 2022 23,855 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front & Rear Tyre Showing Signs Of Age Cracking

Pass 16 Feb 2021 23,786 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Vmax?

Based on 5,864 MOT tests across 740 vehicles.

88.5%
Pass Rate
500
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
740
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 35
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 34
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 34
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 17
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 16
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D179 BSA is a 1987 Yamaha Vmax in Red with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1987 Yamaha Vmax models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 23,878 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 Vmax fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D179 BSA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Vmax typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 39 years old, this Yamaha Vmax is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D179 BSA registered?

D179 BSA is a 1987 Yamaha Vmax, first registered on 1 June 1987.

Is D179 BSA safe to buy?

The MOT history for D179 BSA shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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