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B487 SEC

1985 Yamaha Vmax

Yellow Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

29,868 mi
Last recorded29,868 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2007
Typical for 1985 Yamaha Vmax25,130 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB487 SEC
MakeYamaha
ModelVmax
Year1985
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2007 29,868 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 6 May 2006 28,893 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2006 28,893 miles

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.

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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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?

The MOT history for B487 SEC shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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