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B308 SRE

1985 Yamaha Vmax

Purple Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

23,503 mi
Last recorded23,503 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2014
Typical for 1985 Yamaha Vmax25,130 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB308 SRE
MakeYamaha
ModelVmax
Year1985
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2014 23,503 miles

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

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 30 Jul 2013 23,500 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2013 23,500 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

rear carrier loose but not fail

Pass 9 Aug 2012 23,490 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 22,626 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2011 22,554 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 27 May 2010 21,937 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2009 21,277 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 20,931 miles

Centre Rear Lower Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 19 Mar 2007 20,244 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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B308 SRE is a 1985 Yamaha Vmax in Purple with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1985 Yamaha Vmax models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 25,130 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 B308 SRE, 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 41 years old, this Yamaha Vmax is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B308 SRE registered?

B308 SRE is a 1985 Yamaha Vmax, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B308 SRE safe to buy?

The MOT history for B308 SRE shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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