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P244 DCK

1997 Yamaha Vmax

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

11,878 mi
Last recorded11,878 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2023
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Vmax20,208 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP244 DCK
MakeYamaha
ModelVmax
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Fail 10 Aug 2023 11,878 miles

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort REAR DISC FLUCTUATION (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Stop lamp not working REAR BRAKE LIGHT NOT WORKING (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jul 2022
Pass 30 Apr 2021 10,301 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 9,473 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2019 9,473 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 5 Apr 2017 9,464 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 8,498 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 7,577 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Sep 2012 7,279 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 4,502 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Oct 2010 1,617 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 9,069 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2008 7,123 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2007 4,782 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 6 Oct 2007 4,782 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

Pass 23 Sep 2006 2,354 miles

lower bolt on fwd controls loose (offside)

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
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P244 DCK is a 1997 Yamaha Vmax in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 P244 DCK, 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.

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P244 DCK is a 1997 Yamaha Vmax, first registered on 1 July 1997.

Is P244 DCK safe to buy?

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