MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
29,868 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)
Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
How Reliable is the Yamaha Vmax?
Based on 5,864 MOT tests across 740 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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B487 SEC is a 1985 Yamaha Vmax in Yellow with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 B487 SEC, 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 B487 SEC registered?
B487 SEC is a 1985 Yamaha Vmax, first registered on 31 December 1985.
Is B487 SEC safe to buy?
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