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P460 YAE

1997 Yamaha V Max

Yellow Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2016
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

37,849 mi
Last recorded37,849 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2015
Typical for 1997 Yamaha V Max20,102 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP460 YAE
MakeYamaha
ModelV Max
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2015 37,849 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 36,017 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

alloy brake fittings not recommended for road use

oil filler/ temp gauge leaking slightly

Fail 24 Jun 2011 35,800 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

alloy brake fittings not recommended for road use

oil filler/ temp gauge leaking slightly

Pass 9 Jun 2009 26,895 miles

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

Fail 9 Jun 2009 26,895 miles

Centre Front Upper Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Indicator switch insecure (1.5.4)

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

Pass 24 Apr 2008 22,232 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 21,577 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 20,896 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2006 20,896 miles

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b) DANGEROUS

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

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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P460 YAE is a 1997 Yamaha V Max in Yellow with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 P460 YAE, 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 P460 YAE registered?

P460 YAE is a 1997 Yamaha V Max, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P460 YAE safe to buy?

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