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P417 CEL

1997 Yamaha V Max

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

63,033 mi
Last recorded63,033 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2020
Typical for 1997 Yamaha V Max20,102 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP417 CEL
MakeYamaha
ModelV Max
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Fail 16 Jul 2020 63,033 miles

Nearside Front Brake caliper insecure (1.1.16 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake caliper insecure (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Rear Wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Both tyres under inflated.

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2016 62,888 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 26 Aug 2016 62,888 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 May 2015 61,287 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 2 Jun 2014 55,664 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 5 Jun 2013 52,429 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 48,946 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 44,220 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 40,816 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 36,586 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2007 32,878 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 26,991 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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P417 CEL is a 1997 Yamaha V Max in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P417 CEL, 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.

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What year was P417 CEL registered?

P417 CEL is a 1997 Yamaha V Max, first registered on 8 May 1997.

Is P417 CEL safe to buy?

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