MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
35,138 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
Horn not working (7.7 (a))
Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
Rear Brake caliper inadequately mounted touching disc. (1.1.16 (c) (i))
Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Rear Brake caliper inadequately mounted Fouling Disc (1.1.16 (c) (i))
Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))
Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Oil Leak
Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear tyre repaired
Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
How Reliable is the Yamaha Vmax?
Based on 5,864 MOT tests across 740 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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P843 DRG is a 1997 Yamaha Vmax in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.
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 P843 DRG, 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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P843 DRG is a 1997 Yamaha Vmax, first registered on 3 April 1997.
Is P843 DRG safe to buy?
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