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P245 OND

1997 Yamaha Vmax

Silver Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2023
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

20,330 mi
Last recorded20,330 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2022
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Vmax20,208 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP245 OND
MakeYamaha
ModelVmax
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2022 20,330 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 20,330 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2017 19,995 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 17,950 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 17,509 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 17,198 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 24 Mar 2012 16,276 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 24 Mar 2012 16,276 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2011 15,921 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 2 Apr 2011 15,921 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2009 15,494 miles

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 23 Jul 2009 15,494 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2008 15,045 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 12 Jul 2008 15,045 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 23 Jun 2007 14,730 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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P245 OND is a 1997 Yamaha Vmax in Silver with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 P245 OND, 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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What year was P245 OND registered?

P245 OND is a 1997 Yamaha Vmax, first registered on 7 April 1997.

Is P245 OND safe to buy?

The MOT history for P245 OND shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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