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HF53 HJZ

2004 Yamaha V Max

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

37,215 mi
Last recorded37,215 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2021
Typical for 2004 Yamaha V Max9,051 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF53 HJZ
MakeYamaha
ModelV Max
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2021 37,215 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2021 37,206 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Fail 29 May 2021 37,204 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Jun 2019 33,995 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 32,880 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 32,173 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 30,523 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 29,473 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 27,856 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Apr 2013 25,368 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 24,199 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 19,802 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 13,017 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2009 4,558 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2009 4,558 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2008 4,142 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2007 2,171 miles

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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HF53 HJZ is a 2004 Yamaha V Max in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 HF53 HJZ, 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.

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What year was HF53 HJZ registered?

HF53 HJZ is a 2004 Yamaha V Max, first registered on 11 February 2004.

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The MOT history for HF53 HJZ shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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