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P681 VUY

1997 Yamaha Vmax

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2025
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

13,310 mi
Last recorded13,310 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2024
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Vmax20,208 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP681 VUY
MakeYamaha
ModelVmax
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2024 13,310 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 24 Feb 2024 13,310 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2019 26,653 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 10 Jul 2019 26,653 miles

Central Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar glued on (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Jul 2018 13,196 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2018 13,196 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 May 2017 13,012 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 12,942 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 12,898 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 4 Sep 2012 12,006 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 11,791 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2010 10,803 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2009 9,618 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2008 8,058 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 30 Aug 2008 8,058 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 74,021 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2006 5,026 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Vmax?

Based on 5,864 MOT tests across 740 vehicles.

88.5%
Pass Rate
500
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
740
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 35
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 34
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 34
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 17
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 16
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P681 VUY is a 1997 Yamaha Vmax in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 P681 VUY, 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 P681 VUY registered?

P681 VUY is a 1997 Yamaha Vmax, first registered on 20 February 1997.

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The MOT history for P681 VUY shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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