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R545 TRH

1997 Yamaha Vmax

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

26,401 mi
Last recorded26,401 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Vmax20,208 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR545 TRH
MakeYamaha
ModelVmax
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 26,401 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2025 24,683 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2023 24,045 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2022 23,463 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2021 21,874 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 19,130 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2020 19,130 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2019 18,961 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 18,949 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 17,414 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 17,396 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 13,193 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2014 13,193 miles

Front Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

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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R545 TRH is a 1997 Yamaha Vmax in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 R545 TRH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R545 TRH?

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What year was R545 TRH registered?

R545 TRH is a 1997 Yamaha Vmax, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R545 TRH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R545 TRH shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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