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C31 RKB

1986 Yamaha V Max

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

23,600 mi
Last recorded23,600 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2024
Typical for 1986 Yamaha V Max25,535 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC31 RKB
MakeYamaha
ModelV Max
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2024 23,600 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Aug 2022 22,872 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 5 Aug 2022 22,872 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 1 Jul 2021 22,178 miles
Fail 22 May 2021 22,146 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy Excessively notched (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear tyre perished on side wall

Pass 27 May 2020 21,626 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2018 21,594 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2016 21,443 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2016 21,443 miles

Centre Rear Registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Pass 7 Oct 2015 21,045 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 20,910 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 20,239 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 14 May 2011 19,070 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2010 17,824 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 17,016 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 15,572 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2007 14,532 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 13,478 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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C31 RKB is a 1986 Yamaha V Max in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 C31 RKB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C31 RKB registered?

C31 RKB is a 1986 Yamaha V Max, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C31 RKB safe to buy?

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