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VE08 HSJ

2008 Yamaha Xmax

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2024
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

3,638 mi
Last recorded3,638 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2023
Typical for 2008 Yamaha Xmax12,790 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE08 HSJ
MakeYamaha
ModelXmax
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2023 3,638 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 2,012 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Rear Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Sep 2022 2,012 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Rear Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorber likely to become detached fixing bolt loose (5.3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Sep 2021 20,147 miles

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

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

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Sep 2020 8,710 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Sep 2020 8,710 miles

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

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

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Sep 2019 7,114 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2019 7,114 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Aug 2018 1,736 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 15 Aug 2018 1,736 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak both (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Aug 2017 24,802 miles

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

Fail 18 Aug 2017 24,802 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 26 Aug 2016 21,069 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2016 21,069 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 7 Aug 2015 18,038 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

registration plate light not working(blown bulb?)

Pass 1 Sep 2014 18,038 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 16,370 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 14,549 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 12,526 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Xmax?

Based on 1,123 MOT tests across 112 vehicles.

81.9%
Pass Rate
1,622
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
112
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 29
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 20
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 17
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing 9
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 9
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VE08 HSJ is a 2008 Yamaha Xmax in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha Xmax models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 12,790 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 Xmax fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VE08 HSJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Xmax typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha Xmax is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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VE08 HSJ is a 2008 Yamaha Xmax, first registered on 19 June 2008.

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