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F656 ECW

1988 Yamaha Vmax

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,073 mi
Last recorded17,073 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 1988 Yamaha Vmax22,174 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF656 ECW
MakeYamaha
ModelVmax
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 7 Aug 2025 17,073 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2024 16,729 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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F656 ECW is a 1988 Yamaha Vmax in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 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 F656 ECW, 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 F656 ECW registered?

F656 ECW is a 1988 Yamaha Vmax, first registered on 1 November 1988.

Is F656 ECW safe to buy?

The MOT history for F656 ECW shows 2 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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