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C952 FWU

1986 Yamaha Vmax

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

61,173 mi
Last recorded61,173 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2025
Typical for 1986 Yamaha Vmax29,755 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC952 FWU
MakeYamaha
ModelVmax
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2025 61,173 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2024 60,774 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2023 59,890 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 58,058 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2020 56,839 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 20 Nov 2020 56,839 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Engine bolt missing

Pass 9 May 2011 53,496 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2008 53,118 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2006 51,059 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2006 51,059 miles

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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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C952 FWU is a 1986 Yamaha Vmax in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 C952 FWU, 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 C952 FWU registered?

C952 FWU is a 1986 Yamaha Vmax, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C952 FWU safe to buy?

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