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C604 JGL

1986 Yamaha Vmax

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2023
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

817 mi
Last recorded817 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2022
Typical for 1986 Yamaha Vmax29,755 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC604 JGL
MakeYamaha
ModelVmax
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2022 817 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 360 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2021 339 miles

Front Tyre is unsuitable (i) A tyre not fitted in compliance with the manufacturer’s sidewall instructions (5.2.3 (a))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Mar 2020 12 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2020 12 miles

Front Tyre is unsuitable (5.2.3 (a))

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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C604 JGL is a 1986 Yamaha Vmax in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 C604 JGL, 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.

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What year was C604 JGL registered?

C604 JGL is a 1986 Yamaha Vmax, first registered on 1 July 1986.

Is C604 JGL safe to buy?

The MOT history for C604 JGL shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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