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E729 DMA

1988 Yamaha Vmax

Green Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2024
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

30,464 mi
Last recorded30,464 miles
Recorded on26 May 2023
Typical for 1988 Yamaha Vmax22,174 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE729 DMA
MakeYamaha
ModelVmax
Year1988
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 26 May 2023 30,464 miles
Pass 2 May 2022 30,443 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 30,420 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 29,752 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 28,206 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 27,682 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 26,980 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 25,818 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Jul 2013 25,138 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Jul 2012 45,844 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 4 Jun 2011 41,722 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 37,888 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 36,446 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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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E729 DMA is a 1988 Yamaha Vmax in Green with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 E729 DMA, 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 E729 DMA registered?

E729 DMA is a 1988 Yamaha Vmax, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is E729 DMA safe to buy?

The MOT history for E729 DMA shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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