CarVerify

Free Car Check

H852 CCA

1997 Yamaha Vmax

Bronze Petrol 1198cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2020
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

34,940 mi
Last recorded34,940 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2019
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Vmax20,208 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationH852 CCA
MakeYamaha
ModelVmax
Year1997
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc
View full Yamaha Vmax reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2019 34,940 miles

Central oil leak at engine

Fail 22 Aug 2018 34,932 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Hole on exhaust balance pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected Throttle sticking lock to lock (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Tyre has ply or cords damaged Front tyre sidewall cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Slight oil leak nearside

Slight play in rear wheel bearing

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 30 May 2014 34,573 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 32,959 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 31,948 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 31,739 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 31,718 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2009 31,718 miles

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 14 Feb 2008 31,403 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 30,284 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
Full Yamaha Vmax reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

H852 CCA is a 1997 Yamaha Vmax in Bronze with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha Vmax models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 20,208 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 H852 CCA, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha Vmax is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of H852 CCA?

You can check the full history of H852 CCA by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was H852 CCA registered?

H852 CCA is a 1997 Yamaha Vmax, first registered on 2 June 1997.

Is H852 CCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for H852 CCA shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does H852 CCA have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on H852 CCA. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.