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R945 GRO

1998 Yamaha Vmax

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2017
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,474 mi
Last recorded20,474 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2016
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Vmax20,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR945 GRO
MakeYamaha
ModelVmax
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc
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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 7 Oct 2016 20,474 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Sep 2015 20,464 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 20,335 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 20,339 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 19,908 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 19,421 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 18,570 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2006 17,492 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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R945 GRO is a 1998 Yamaha Vmax in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha Vmax models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 20,642 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 R945 GRO, 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 28 years old, this Yamaha Vmax is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R945 GRO registered?

R945 GRO is a 1998 Yamaha Vmax, first registered on 6 May 1998.

Is R945 GRO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R945 GRO shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R945 GRO have outstanding finance?

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