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B729 RJF

1985 Yamaha Vmax

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2023
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

7,163 mi
Last recorded7,163 miles
Recorded on7 May 2022
Typical for 1985 Yamaha Vmax25,130 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB729 RJF
MakeYamaha
ModelVmax
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc
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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 May 2022 7,163 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 7,163 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 7,163 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 7,163 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 7,163 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2014 2,176 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 7,163 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Jul 2012 7,044 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 6,532 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 3,093 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2009 3,091 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Rear 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))

Registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Pass 5 Jul 2008 1,544 miles

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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B729 RJF is a 1985 Yamaha Vmax in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 B729 RJF, 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 B729 RJF registered?

B729 RJF is a 1985 Yamaha Vmax, first registered on 31 December 1985.

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