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E74 DRM

1988 Yamaha Vmax

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

33,384 mi
Last recorded33,384 miles
Recorded on10 May 2019
Typical for 1988 Yamaha Vmax22,174 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE74 DRM
MakeYamaha
ModelVmax
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 May 2019 33,384 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 32,860 miles
Fail 21 May 2018 32,860 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Jun 2017 32,020 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 30,499 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 28,930 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 27,205 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 26,790 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 26,434 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 26,126 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 26,074 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 25,343 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 24,467 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 23,670 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 23,451 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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E74 DRM is a 1988 Yamaha Vmax in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 E74 DRM, 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 E74 DRM registered?

E74 DRM is a 1988 Yamaha Vmax, first registered on 31 December 1988.

Is E74 DRM safe to buy?

The MOT history for E74 DRM shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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