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C738 ORN

1986 Yamaha Vmax

Red Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

47,316 mi
Last recorded47,316 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2013
Typical for 1986 Yamaha Vmax29,755 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC738 ORN
MakeYamaha
ModelVmax
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2013 47,316 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2012 47,307 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

rear brake torque arm, front locking nut unsutable

Pass 20 Aug 2011 46,695 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2010 45,848 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 45,335 miles

Brake arm bolt incorrect

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pillion seat slightly insecure

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 9 Apr 2008 44,395 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 1 Apr 2008 44,381 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.4.A.2c)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 30 Mar 2007 44,176 miles

rear brake pivot worn

Pass 1 Dec 2005 43,432 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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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C738 ORN is a 1986 Yamaha Vmax in Red with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 C738 ORN, 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 C738 ORN registered?

C738 ORN is a 1986 Yamaha Vmax, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C738 ORN safe to buy?

The MOT history for C738 ORN shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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