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B32 XWW

1985 Yamaha Vmax

Red Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2025
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

6 mi
Last recorded6 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2024
Typical for 1985 Yamaha Vmax25,130 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB32 XWW
MakeYamaha
ModelVmax
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2024 6 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2023
Pass 6 May 2020 28,862 miles
Fail 6 May 2020 28,862 miles

Nearside Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 May 2019 28,809 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 28,709 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 28,507 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 28,232 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 27,785 miles

front tyre worn low and uneven

Pass 4 Aug 2010 27,063 miles

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

front and rear suspension slightly stiff

Pass 26 Mar 2009 25,815 miles

Nearside Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Offside Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

slight bind on rear brake

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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B32 XWW is a 1985 Yamaha Vmax in Red with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 B32 XWW, 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 B32 XWW registered?

B32 XWW is a 1985 Yamaha Vmax, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B32 XWW safe to buy?

The MOT history for B32 XWW shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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