MOT Status
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29,192 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Front Wheel damaged but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Front indicators on spacing limit and small
Standard exhaust fitted but quite noisy
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
advise rear number plate damaged
advise front brake slightly binding
Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
Rear Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)
advise front brake slightly binding
Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)
Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)
Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)
Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Yamaha Vmax?
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R543 LJT is a 1997 Yamaha Vmax in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.
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 R543 LJT, 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 R543 LJT registered?
R543 LJT is a 1997 Yamaha Vmax, first registered on 1 August 1997.
Is R543 LJT safe to buy?
The MOT history for R543 LJT shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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