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808 AMT

1997 Yamaha Vmax

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2025
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

11,652 mi
Last recorded11,652 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2024
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Vmax20,208 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration808 AMT
MakeYamaha
ModelVmax
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc
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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 31 Aug 2024 11,652 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2023 11,462 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2022 10,985 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2021 10,321 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 9,730 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 9,697 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 9,549 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 20 Jun 2013 9,505 miles

Rear 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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808 AMT is a 1997 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 1997 Yamaha Vmax models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 20,208 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 808 AMT, 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.

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What year was 808 AMT registered?

808 AMT is a 1997 Yamaha Vmax, first registered on 18 June 1997.

Is 808 AMT safe to buy?

The MOT history for 808 AMT 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.

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