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P618 BLJ

1997 Yamaha V Max

White Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

18,511 mi
Last recorded18,511 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha V Max20,102 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP618 BLJ
MakeYamaha
ModelV Max
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc
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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 18,511 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2024 17,988 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 30 Aug 2023 16,607 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 14 Sep 2022 16,499 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 15,316 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 15,034 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2019 13,861 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 17 Feb 2018 13,589 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2017 13,090 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2016 12,323 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2015 11,321 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2014 10,656 miles

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

Fail 15 Apr 2013 9,650 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2013 9,650 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Fail 2 Mar 2012 7,327 miles

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

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 2 Mar 2012 7,327 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2010 7,144 miles

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

Fail 7 Sep 2010 7,092 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

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

Pass 21 Aug 2009 6,976 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

number plate small

Pass 2 Apr 2008 6,199 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2006 5,895 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 4,833 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2006 4,798 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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P618 BLJ is a 1997 Yamaha V Max in White with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P618 BLJ, 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 P618 BLJ registered?

P618 BLJ is a 1997 Yamaha V Max, first registered on 25 March 1997.

Is P618 BLJ safe to buy?

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