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B37 DBV

1985 Yamaha Maxim

Black Petrol 700cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

68,631 mi
Last recorded68,631 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 1985 Yamaha Maxim28,876 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB37 DBV
MakeYamaha
ModelMaxim
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine700cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 68,631 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2024 68,410 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2023 67,821 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 67,172 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 67,110 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 67,022 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 66,712 miles

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2018 66,089 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2017 65,404 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 64,554 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 63,681 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2014 62,840 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 61,694 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 16 Aug 2012 60,727 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2011 59,291 miles

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

Offside Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear offside indicator mount slight has dererioration

Fail 11 Aug 2011 59,291 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Offside Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear offside indicator mount slight has dererioration

Pass 16 Aug 2010 57,904 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 56,466 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2008 54,862 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 53,544 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2006 52,336 miles

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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B37 DBV is a 1985 Yamaha Maxim in Black with a 700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 B37 DBV, 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 B37 DBV registered?

B37 DBV is a 1985 Yamaha Maxim, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B37 DBV safe to buy?

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