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E182 CVU

1988 Yamaha Vmax

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

13,323 mi
Last recorded13,323 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2026
Typical for 1988 Yamaha Vmax22,174 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE182 CVU
MakeYamaha
ModelVmax
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2026 13,323 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2025 12,354 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2023 12,169 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2021 12,133 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 15 Jul 2021 12,121 miles

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 May 2019 11,961 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 May 2018 11,792 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 11,605 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 11,554 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 11,554 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 11,211 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 May 2013 8,744 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Mar 2010 8,690 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 8,545 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 7,883 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 28 Mar 2007 7,430 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2007 7,430 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2006 6,993 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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E182 CVU is a 1988 Yamaha Vmax in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1988 Yamaha Vmax models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.1% with a typical mileage of 22,174 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 E182 CVU, 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 38 years old, this Yamaha Vmax is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E182 CVU registered?

E182 CVU is a 1988 Yamaha Vmax, first registered on 31 December 1988.

Is E182 CVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for E182 CVU shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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