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E522 NOT

1988 Yamaha Vmax

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

23,285 mi
Last recorded23,285 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2017
Typical for 1988 Yamaha Vmax22,174 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE522 NOT
MakeYamaha
ModelVmax
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc
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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2017 23,285 miles

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

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Fail 4 Oct 2017 23,285 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

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

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

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 24 Mar 2016 20,179 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2015 18,312 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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 24 Jun 2014 17,352 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 24 Jul 2013 16,943 miles

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

Radiator grill removed for test

Pass 18 Aug 2012 16,027 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 13,577 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2008 13,375 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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E522 NOT is a 1988 Yamaha Vmax in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 E522 NOT, 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 E522 NOT registered?

E522 NOT is a 1988 Yamaha Vmax, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is E522 NOT safe to buy?

The MOT history for E522 NOT 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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