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B923 YTC

1985 Yamaha Maxim

Blue Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

53,894 mi
Last recorded53,894 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 1985 Yamaha Maxim28,876 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB923 YTC
MakeYamaha
ModelMaxim
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 53,894 miles

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

Fail 15 May 2012 14,069 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Pass 15 May 2012 14,069 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 12,297 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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B923 YTC is a 1985 Yamaha Maxim in Blue with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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

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 B923 YTC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of B923 YTC?

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What year was B923 YTC registered?

B923 YTC is a 1985 Yamaha Maxim, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B923 YTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for B923 YTC shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does B923 YTC have outstanding finance?

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