MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
43,467 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front tyre showing signs of perishing.
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
An item not tested (Manual)
Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)
Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)
Centre stand fractured and likely to break
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)
Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)
Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)
Centre stand fractured and likely to break
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Horn not working (1.7.3a)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.2.B2a)
Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)
Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)
Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
rad hose leak
How Reliable is the Yamaha Vmax?
Based on 5,864 MOT tests across 740 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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F891 UPD is a 1989 Yamaha Vmax in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.
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 F891 UPD, 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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F891 UPD is a 1989 Yamaha Vmax, first registered on 31 December 1989.
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