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P424 APR

1997 Yamaha V Max

Silver Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

16,586 mi
Last recorded16,586 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha V Max20,102 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP424 APR
MakeYamaha
ModelV Max
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 16,586 miles

Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 19 Jun 2025 16,462 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2024 16,212 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2023 16,018 miles
Pass 5 May 2022 15,951 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 15,686 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear registration plate damaged

Fail 17 Jul 2020 15,680 miles

Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear registration plate damaged

Pass 12 Dec 2018 15,603 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 13,922 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 13,893 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 20 Jun 2011 13,489 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2011 13,477 miles

Centre Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning switch missing (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 24 Apr 2009 13,148 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 11,731 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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P424 APR is a 1997 Yamaha V Max in Silver with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 P424 APR, 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 P424 APR registered?

P424 APR is a 1997 Yamaha V Max, first registered on 14 January 1997.

Is P424 APR safe to buy?

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