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F420 OUD

1989 Yamaha Vmax

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

72,213 mi
Last recorded72,213 miles
Recorded on19 May 2017
Typical for 1989 Yamaha Vmax27,802 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF420 OUD
MakeYamaha
ModelVmax
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 May 2017 72,213 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 24 May 2016 71,200 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2015 69,519 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 68,893 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 12 Mar 2014 68,893 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 1 Mar 2013 68,149 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2013

Front suspension assembly component missing (2.3.1)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Mar 2012 66,660 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2012 66,660 miles

Horn is not a constant note (1.7.3c)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 26 Jan 2011 66,008 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Stop lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 26 Jan 2010 63,748 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2010 63,717 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 21 Jan 2009 57,734 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2008 54,603 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2007 52,641 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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F420 OUD is a 1989 Yamaha Vmax in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 F420 OUD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F420 OUD registered?

F420 OUD is a 1989 Yamaha Vmax, first registered on 31 December 1989.

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