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B742 RLN

1985 Yamaha V Max

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2017
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

160 mi
Last recorded160 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2016
Typical for 1985 Yamaha V Max34,948 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB742 RLN
MakeYamaha
ModelV Max
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2016 160 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 5 Feb 2016 160 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 3 Sep 2013 149 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Dec 2011 95 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Sep 2010 70 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2010 68 miles

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Nearside Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Oct 2008 14 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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B742 RLN is a 1985 Yamaha V Max in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 B742 RLN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B742 RLN registered?

B742 RLN is a 1985 Yamaha V Max, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B742 RLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for B742 RLN shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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