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B370 TRW

1985 Yamaha Vmax

Purple Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2021
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

40,985 mi
Last recorded40,985 miles
Recorded on22 May 2020
Typical for 1985 Yamaha Vmax25,130 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB370 TRW
MakeYamaha
ModelVmax
Year1985
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 May 2020 40,985 miles

Front tyre 19 years old, but serviceable.

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm tread depth (5.2.3 (e))

Rear tyre 20 years old but serviceable.

Fail 22 May 2020 40,985 miles

Front tyre 19 years old, but serviceable.

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm tread depth (5.2.3 (e))

Rear tyre 20 years old but serviceable.

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released Lubricated brake lever pivot (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 10 Jul 2018 40,929 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 May 2017 40,840 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

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

clutch fluid level low

Pass 25 May 2016 40,799 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 25 May 2016 40,780 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 22 May 2015 40,392 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Indicators flashing fast.

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

Fail 22 May 2015 40,392 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Indicators flashing fast.

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

Pass 27 Mar 2012 40,279 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

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

clutch hose damaged

Fail 27 Mar 2012 40,279 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Rear Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

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

clutch hose damaged

Pass 16 Mar 2011 40,152 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Fail 16 Mar 2011 40,152 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2009 40,072 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Mar 2008 39,968 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Aug 2006 39,789 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2005 39,426 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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B370 TRW is a 1985 Yamaha Vmax in Purple with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 B370 TRW, 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 B370 TRW registered?

B370 TRW is a 1985 Yamaha Vmax, first registered on 31 December 1985.

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