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B580 HEG

1985 Yamaha V Max

Purple Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

56,516 mi
Last recorded56,516 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2025
Typical for 1985 Yamaha V Max34,948 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB580 HEG
MakeYamaha
ModelV Max
Year1985
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc
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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 5 Jun 2025 56,516 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2023 55,596 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2021 53,929 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2020 52,076 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 47,391 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 45,826 miles

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 May 2017 45,032 miles

throttle cables damaged but not affecting operation

Pass 27 Apr 2016 44,863 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 44,856 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 44,352 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 27 Jul 2010 41,434 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 38,577 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 36,470 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 35,556 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 34,251 miles

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How Reliable is the Yamaha V Max?

Based on 5,093 MOT tests across 454 vehicles.

86.1%
Pass Rate
516
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
454
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 37
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 34
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 31
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 22
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 19
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B580 HEG is a 1985 Yamaha V Max in Purple with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1985 Yamaha V Max models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 34,948 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha V Max fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 37 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B580 HEG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha V Max typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 41 years old, this Yamaha V Max is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B580 HEG registered?

B580 HEG is a 1985 Yamaha V Max, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B580 HEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for B580 HEG shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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