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E718 SFX

1988 Yamaha Vmax

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2023
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

38,501 mi
Last recorded38,501 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2022
Typical for 1988 Yamaha Vmax22,174 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE718 SFX
MakeYamaha
ModelVmax
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2022 38,501 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2022 38,501 miles

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Oct 2021 38,450 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2021 38,448 miles

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 2 Oct 2020 38,290 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 2 Oct 2020 38,290 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 1 May 2019 37,824 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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E718 SFX is a 1988 Yamaha Vmax in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 E718 SFX, 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 E718 SFX registered?

E718 SFX is a 1988 Yamaha Vmax, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is E718 SFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for E718 SFX shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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