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B662 XOW

1985 Yamaha Maxim

Red Petrol 700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2024
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

50,668 mi
Last recorded50,668 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2023
Typical for 1985 Yamaha Maxim28,876 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB662 XOW
MakeYamaha
ModelMaxim
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine700cc
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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2023 50,668 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2022 49,939 miles

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

Front tyre cracked in outer wall

Rear tyre misshaped

Pass 27 Mar 2018 49,095 miles

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

clutch lever pivot worn

Pass 25 Mar 2017 48,512 miles

Clutch lever pivot worn

Front brake lever pivot worn

Pass 30 Mar 2016 47,646 miles

Front suspension soft

Slight exhaust leak

Slight frame surface corrosion

Pass 6 Jul 2013 46,932 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2010 46,455 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 31 Jul 2010 46,455 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 45,910 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2008 44,886 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 44,309 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2006 43,198 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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B662 XOW is a 1985 Yamaha Maxim in Red with a 700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 B662 XOW, 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 B662 XOW registered?

B662 XOW is a 1985 Yamaha Maxim, first registered on 31 December 1985.

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The MOT history for B662 XOW shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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