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R133 LFX

1997 Yamaha Vmax

Silver Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2023
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

20,639 mi
Last recorded20,639 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2022
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Vmax20,208 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR133 LFX
MakeYamaha
ModelVmax
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2022 20,639 miles

Front Perishing on sidewall

Pass 22 Feb 2021 20,203 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 20,007 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 19,429 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 18,920 miles

left grip loose

Pass 13 Jun 2015 18,161 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 17,252 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 15,699 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 14,930 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2011 13,531 miles

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 29 Mar 2011 13,531 miles

Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 3 Oct 2009 11,848 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 3 Oct 2009 11,848 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 30 Sep 2008 10,036 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Weld holes up in the end of the silencers.

Pass 18 Sep 2007 9,123 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Jul 2006 5,296 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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R133 LFX is a 1997 Yamaha Vmax in Silver with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R133 LFX, 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 R133 LFX registered?

R133 LFX is a 1997 Yamaha Vmax, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R133 LFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R133 LFX shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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