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R627 NCF

1997 Yamaha V Max

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

20,983 mi
Last recorded20,983 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha V Max20,102 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR627 NCF
MakeYamaha
ModelV Max
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 20,983 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 19 Aug 2025 20,983 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 6 Jun 2024 20,954 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2023 20,854 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2022 20,450 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2021 20,394 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2019 20,146 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 Jun 2019 20,109 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Dec 2015 20,102 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2015 20,102 miles

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm both (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 30 May 2014 20,079 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 19,474 miles

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

Fail 8 Feb 2008 19,474 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 27 Oct 2006 17,492 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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R627 NCF is a 1997 Yamaha V Max in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R627 NCF, 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 R627 NCF registered?

R627 NCF is a 1997 Yamaha V Max, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R627 NCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R627 NCF shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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