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C76 NGJ

1986 Yamaha V Max

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2020
Tests12 (6 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

32 mi
Last recorded32 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2019
Typical for 1986 Yamaha V Max25,535 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC76 NGJ
MakeYamaha
ModelV Max
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc
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MOT History

6 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2019 32 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 10 Jun 2019 12 miles

Front Suspension component mounting has an unsafe modification (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Sep 2014 30,137 miles

frt. brake caliper mounts not std.

welding to rear suspension frame mounts

Fail 3 Sep 2014 30,114 miles

Rear Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

frt. brake caliper mounts not std.

welding to rear suspension frame mounts

Fail 9 Jun 2011 29,923 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

Pass 9 Jun 2011 29,923 miles

Rear suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

Pass 20 Apr 2010 1,352 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 630 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2009 609 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c) DANGEROUS

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Fail 24 Jul 2007 589 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Front Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.2.B2b)

Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h) DANGEROUS

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Coolant leak

Pass 12 Apr 2006 12 miles

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

Fail 10 Apr 2006 12 miles

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

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

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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C76 NGJ is a 1986 Yamaha V Max in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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

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 C76 NGJ, 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 C76 NGJ registered?

C76 NGJ is a 1986 Yamaha V Max, first registered on 31 December 1986.

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