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F630 TFR

1988 Yamaha Vmax

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Nov 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

22,436 mi
Last recorded22,436 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 1988 Yamaha Vmax22,174 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF630 TFR
MakeYamaha
ModelVmax
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 22,436 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Oct 2024 22,305 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2023 22,199 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2022 21,982 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 5 Nov 2021 21,716 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2020 21,386 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 21,250 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 20,787 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 20,527 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 20,087 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 19,740 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 19,541 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 19,131 miles

Clutch lever very heavy

Pass 23 Jun 2012 18,630 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 17,848 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 16,233 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2010 16,209 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a) DANGEROUS

Knocking on front with sharp braking. No play found in top or bottom head bearings.

Pass 27 Apr 2006 14,987 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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F630 TFR is a 1988 Yamaha Vmax in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 F630 TFR, 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 F630 TFR registered?

F630 TFR is a 1988 Yamaha Vmax, first registered on 11 August 1988.

Is F630 TFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for F630 TFR shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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