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W353 DVX

2000 Yamaha Vmax

Red Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

13,659 mi
Last recorded13,659 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 Yamaha Vmax20,587 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW353 DVX
MakeYamaha
ModelVmax
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 13,659 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2024 13,477 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 13,341 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 16 Aug 2022 13,221 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 15 Jun 2021 13,017 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 16 Jun 2020 13,001 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 12,867 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 12,582 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2018 12,570 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on legal limit through centre tread (5.2.3 (e))

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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W353 DVX is a 2000 Yamaha Vmax in Red with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2000 Yamaha Vmax models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 20,587 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 W353 DVX, 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 26 years old, this Yamaha Vmax is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was W353 DVX registered?

W353 DVX is a 2000 Yamaha Vmax, first registered on 20 June 2000.

Is W353 DVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for W353 DVX shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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