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C236 NGJ

1986 Yamaha V Max

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2015
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

36,806 mi
Last recorded36,806 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2014
Typical for 1986 Yamaha V Max25,535 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC236 NGJ
MakeYamaha
ModelV Max
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2014 36,806 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 34,129 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 8 Jul 2013 34,121 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 29 Feb 2012 33,152 miles

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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C236 NGJ is a 1986 Yamaha V Max in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1986 Yamaha V Max models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 25,535 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 C236 NGJ, 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 40 years old, this Yamaha V Max is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C236 NGJ registered?

C236 NGJ is a 1986 Yamaha V Max, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C236 NGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for C236 NGJ 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.

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