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B176 WVG

1985 Yamaha Maxim

Black Petrol 700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

40,746 mi
Last recorded40,746 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2013
Typical for 1985 Yamaha Maxim28,876 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB176 WVG
MakeYamaha
ModelMaxim
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine700cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2013 40,746 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 40,632 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2009 40,290 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Fail 21 May 2008 39,574 miles

Nearside Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Offside Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 21 May 2008 39,574 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 38,343 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 37,496 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2005 37,172 miles

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

How Reliable is the Yamaha Maxim?

Based on 868 MOT tests across 115 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
298
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
115
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 15
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 8
Direction indicators not working 5
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 5
wheel bearings have excessive free play 5
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B176 WVG is a 1985 Yamaha Maxim in Black with a 700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1985 Yamaha Maxim models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 28,876 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Maxim fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B176 WVG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Maxim typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 41 years old, this Yamaha Maxim is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B176 WVG registered?

B176 WVG is a 1985 Yamaha Maxim, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B176 WVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for B176 WVG shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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