MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
25,268 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)
How Reliable is the Yamaha Vmax?
Based on 5,864 MOT tests across 740 vehicles.
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P480 YAE is a 1997 Yamaha Vmax in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.
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 P480 YAE, 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 P480 YAE registered?
P480 YAE is a 1997 Yamaha Vmax, first registered on 31 December 1997.
Is P480 YAE safe to buy?
The MOT history for P480 YAE shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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