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C401 HMD

1986 Yamaha V Max

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

3,583 mi
Last recorded3,583 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 1986 Yamaha V Max25,535 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC401 HMD
MakeYamaha
ModelV Max
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 15 Oct 2025 3,583 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2024 3,308 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2023 2,956 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2022 2,581 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2021 2,089 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2020 2,029 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 1,722 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 1,018 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 1 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 25,401 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 25,369 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Pass 16 Jul 2013 25,270 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Pass 17 Jul 2012 25,098 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 25,001 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 24,938 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 24,675 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Jun 2008 24,412 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 24,125 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 21,989 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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C401 HMD is a 1986 Yamaha V Max in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 C401 HMD, 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 C401 HMD registered?

C401 HMD is a 1986 Yamaha V Max, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C401 HMD safe to buy?

The MOT history for C401 HMD shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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