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B557 DRS

1986 Yamaha Vmax

Purple Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

34,609 mi
Last recorded34,609 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 1986 Yamaha Vmax29,755 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB557 DRS
MakeYamaha
ModelVmax
Year1986
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 34,609 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Mar 2025 31,790 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2025 31,787 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jan 2024 31,432 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 Jan 2023 31,400 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2021 29,755 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 29,500 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Fail 15 May 2019 29,500 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 10 May 2018 29,129 miles
Fail 3 May 2018 29,124 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 22 Jul 2016 28,911 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 28,158 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 27,798 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 27,697 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 27,690 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2009 27,685 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 20 Mar 2008 27,419 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 25,379 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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B557 DRS is a 1986 Yamaha Vmax in Purple with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1986 Yamaha Vmax models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 29,755 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 B557 DRS, 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 40 years old, this Yamaha Vmax is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B557 DRS registered?

B557 DRS is a 1986 Yamaha Vmax, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is B557 DRS safe to buy?

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