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K823 PAE

1997 Yamaha V Max

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2024
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

6,492 mi
Last recorded6,492 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2023
Typical for 1997 Yamaha V Max20,102 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK823 PAE
MakeYamaha
ModelV Max
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2023 6,492 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 6,435 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2021 6,366 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 5,267 miles

advised front brake slight binding

advised front spindel slightly bent

Fail 7 Sep 2019 5,267 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak fork seal (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Fork seal (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 12 May 2017 4,329 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 3,447 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 3,321 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 3,190 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2014 3,190 miles

Offside Front Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

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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K823 PAE is a 1997 Yamaha V Max in Blue 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 V Max models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 20,102 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 K823 PAE, 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 K823 PAE registered?

K823 PAE is a 1997 Yamaha V Max, first registered on 17 July 1997.

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