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Y702 RVU

2000 Yamaha Vmax

Grey Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2021
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

7,205 mi
Last recorded7,205 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2020
Typical for 2000 Yamaha Vmax20,587 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY702 RVU
MakeYamaha
ModelVmax
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2020 7,205 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 Aug 2019 6,540 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2019 6,540 miles

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

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

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 May 2018 6,496 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Dec 2016 6,478 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 6,253 miles

wiring for led lighting inside headlamps insecure.

Fail 31 May 2014 6,217 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

wiring for led lighting inside headlamps insecure.

Pass 5 Jun 2013 5,253 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

The headlamp performance is poor

Fail 5 Jun 2013 5,253 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

The headlamp performance is poor

Pass 8 Jun 2012 4,606 miles

The headlamp performance is poor.

Pass 5 Oct 2011 4,208 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Sep 2011 4,192 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

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

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

Fail 10 Aug 2011 4,130 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d) DANGEROUS

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

front brake discs are not fitted in accordance with direction arrows

Pass 31 Jul 2010 3,272 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 2,860 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 2,183 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 1,451 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 192 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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Y702 RVU is a 2000 Yamaha Vmax in Grey with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 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 Y702 RVU, 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 Y702 RVU registered?

Y702 RVU is a 2000 Yamaha Vmax, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is Y702 RVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y702 RVU shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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