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F885 TOY

1989 Yamaha Vmax

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

23,950 mi
Last recorded23,950 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2018
Typical for 1989 Yamaha Vmax27,802 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF885 TOY
MakeYamaha
ModelVmax
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2018 23,950 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2018 23,944 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 30 Jul 2014 23,925 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2014 23,925 miles

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

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Pass 12 Jul 2013 23,559 miles

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

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

Pass 28 May 2012 23,196 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2010 22,201 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2010 22,201 miles

Centre Rear Lower Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 4 Mar 2009 21,546 miles

Centre Lower Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

Fail 3 Mar 2009 21,546 miles

Centre Front Lower Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Centre Lower Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 1 Jun 2006 20,326 miles

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

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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F885 TOY is a 1989 Yamaha Vmax in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 F885 TOY, 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 F885 TOY registered?

F885 TOY is a 1989 Yamaha Vmax, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is F885 TOY safe to buy?

The MOT history for F885 TOY shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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