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B945 WNG

1985 Yamaha Vmax

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2019
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

35,347 mi
Last recorded35,347 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2018
Typical for 1985 Yamaha Vmax25,130 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB945 WNG
MakeYamaha
ModelVmax
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2018 35,347 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2018 34,393 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2018 34,393 miles

Hazard warning switch missing (1.4.B.1d)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 10 May 2012 34,320 miles
Fail 1 May 2012 34,320 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

Pass 14 Aug 2010 34,228 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 27,619 miles

engine prop seal weeping

front head bearing little lose

o/s front shock seal weeping

rear carry frame cracked

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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B945 WNG is a 1985 Yamaha Vmax in Red 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 Vmax models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 25,130 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 Vmax fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B945 WNG, 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 B945 WNG registered?

B945 WNG is a 1985 Yamaha Vmax, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B945 WNG safe to buy?

The MOT history for B945 WNG 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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