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C342 EYE

1986 Yamaha V Max

Maroon Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2023
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

25,593 mi
Last recorded25,593 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2022
Typical for 1986 Yamaha V Max25,535 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC342 EYE
MakeYamaha
ModelV Max
Year1986
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2022 25,593 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2021 25,535 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2019 25,535 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2018 25,535 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 25,535 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 25,535 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 25,535 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 25,535 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 25,535 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 25,535 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 25,535 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 21 May 2010 25,535 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Rear Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Pass 12 Nov 2008 25,534 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2008 25,534 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 30 Aug 2007 24,616 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2006 24,542 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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C342 EYE is a 1986 Yamaha V Max in Maroon with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 C342 EYE, 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 C342 EYE registered?

C342 EYE is a 1986 Yamaha V Max, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C342 EYE safe to buy?

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