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HF04 LWP

2004 Yamaha V Max

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

10,331 mi
Last recorded10,331 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2025
Typical for 2004 Yamaha V Max9,051 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF04 LWP
MakeYamaha
ModelV Max
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2025 10,331 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 10,236 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2017 9,842 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2017 9,842 miles

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

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 23 Apr 2015 9,709 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Oct 2013 8,484 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 18 Oct 2013 8,484 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 May 2012 8,271 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 7,021 miles
Fail 4 May 2011 6,876 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Fail 24 May 2010 6,188 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

alloy brake hose unions fitted

headlight type

Pass 24 May 2010 6,188 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

alloy brake hose unions fitted

headlight type

Pass 8 May 2009 4,724 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 20,802 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 12,645 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2007 12,641 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

How Reliable is the Yamaha V Max?

Based on 5,093 MOT tests across 454 vehicles.

86.1%
Pass Rate
516
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
454
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 37
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 34
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 31
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 22
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 19
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HF04 LWP is a 2004 Yamaha V Max in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2004 Yamaha V Max models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 9,051 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 V Max fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 37 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HF04 LWP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha V Max typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 22 years old, this Yamaha V Max is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HF04 LWP registered?

HF04 LWP is a 2004 Yamaha V Max, first registered on 11 May 2004.

Is HF04 LWP safe to buy?

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