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R834 HKX

1997 Yamaha Vmax

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

55,446 mi
Last recorded55,446 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Vmax20,208 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR834 HKX
MakeYamaha
ModelVmax
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2025 55,446 miles
Pass 25 May 2024 55,362 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 53,689 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Mar 2022 52,219 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 9 Apr 2021 51,514 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Apr 2020 51,382 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2015 50,778 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 18 Jun 2015 50,778 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 49,324 miles

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 May 2013 45,891 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 22 May 2012 46,191 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2011 43,749 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

rear disc pad backing plates deformed

Pass 3 Jun 2011 43,749 miles

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

rear disc pad backing plates deformed

Pass 29 May 2010 40,010 miles

rear disc pad backings slightly deformed

Fail 29 May 2010 40,010 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

rear disc pad backings slightly deformed

Pass 1 May 2009 34,949 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 32,489 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 30,213 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 28,403 miles

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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R834 HKX is a 1997 Yamaha Vmax in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 R834 HKX, 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

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What year was R834 HKX registered?

R834 HKX is a 1997 Yamaha Vmax, first registered on 12 August 1997.

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The MOT history for R834 HKX shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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