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R389 KFB

1997 Yamaha Vmax

Purple Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2023
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

29,572 mi
Last recorded29,572 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2022
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Vmax20,208 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR389 KFB
MakeYamaha
ModelVmax
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2022 29,572 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2022 29,572 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2021 29,195 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2020 28,772 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 28,413 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Mar 2018 28,197 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 27,768 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 25,726 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2015 22,470 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 8 Jan 2015 22,470 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 4 May 2013 21,894 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 21,680 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Jul 2011 21,215 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 May 2010 3,569 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 29 May 2009 20,487 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 15,855 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2008 15,855 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 17 Apr 2007 12,120 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2006 8,084 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Nearside Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

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

Pass 10 Mar 2006 8,084 miles

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

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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R389 KFB is a 1997 Yamaha Vmax in Purple with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R389 KFB, 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 R389 KFB registered?

R389 KFB is a 1997 Yamaha Vmax, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R389 KFB safe to buy?

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