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C312 HMC

1986 Yamaha Vmax

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

19,824 mi
Last recorded19,824 miles
Recorded on16 May 2022
Typical for 1986 Yamaha Vmax29,755 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC312 HMC
MakeYamaha
ModelVmax
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 May 2022 19,824 miles
Pass 6 May 2021 19,823 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 5 Mar 2021 19,822 miles

Handlebar mounting insecure (2.2.1 (a) (i))

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre fouling another component (5.2.3 (f))

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Front Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

Pass 14 Jun 2019 18,535 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 14,208 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 30 Apr 2018 14,208 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Apr 2017 14,208 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

No rear brake light switch fitted

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

Pass 20 Jun 2015 13,685 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 11,247 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 8,305 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 20 Mar 2013 8,305 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Mar 2012 4,039 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Jun 2010 1,033 miles

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

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

Pass 12 May 2009 24,703 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 22,826 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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C312 HMC is a 1986 Yamaha Vmax in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1986 Yamaha Vmax models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 29,755 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 C312 HMC, 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 40 years old, this Yamaha Vmax is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C312 HMC registered?

C312 HMC is a 1986 Yamaha Vmax, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C312 HMC safe to buy?

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