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IIG 1833

1997 Yamaha V Max

Black Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

8,771 mi
Last recorded8,771 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2015
Typical for 1997 Yamaha V Max20,102 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationIIG 1833
MakeYamaha
ModelV Max
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2015 8,771 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 21 Apr 2015 8,771 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 31 Aug 2013 8,744 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 8,714 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 8,674 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2010 8,412 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 8,123 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 6,804 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 5,836 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 4,787 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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IIG 1833 is a 1997 Yamaha V Max in Black with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha V Max models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 20,102 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 IIG 1833, 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 29 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 IIG 1833 registered?

IIG 1833 is a 1997 Yamaha V Max, first registered on 21 November 1997.

Is IIG 1833 safe to buy?

The MOT history for IIG 1833 shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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