MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
38,501 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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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))
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))
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))
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))
How Reliable is the Yamaha Vmax?
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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?
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