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F188 GYA

1989 Yamaha Vmax

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2022
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

37,359 mi
Last recorded37,359 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2021
Typical for 1989 Yamaha Vmax27,802 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF188 GYA
MakeYamaha
ModelVmax
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2021 37,359 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 8 Jul 2006 34,685 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2006 34,521 miles

Front Tyre has a bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a) DANGEROUS

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

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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F188 GYA is a 1989 Yamaha Vmax in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1989 Yamaha Vmax models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 27,802 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 F188 GYA, 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 37 years old, this Yamaha Vmax is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F188 GYA registered?

F188 GYA is a 1989 Yamaha Vmax, first registered on 3 April 1989.

Is F188 GYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for F188 GYA shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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