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R326 NPY

1997 Yamaha V Max

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

34,963 mi
Last recorded34,963 miles
Recorded on15 May 2015
Typical for 1997 Yamaha V Max20,102 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR326 NPY
MakeYamaha
ModelV Max
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2015 34,963 miles

Front Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

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

Pass 9 Jan 2014 24,679 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 13,720 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 11,943 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 8,949 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2010 7,934 miles
Fail 6 May 2009 6,529 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 6 May 2009 6,529 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2008 6,249 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 5,626 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2005 5,364 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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R326 NPY is a 1997 Yamaha V Max in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 R326 NPY, 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 R326 NPY registered?

R326 NPY is a 1997 Yamaha V Max, first registered on 28 November 1997.

Is R326 NPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R326 NPY shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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