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D501 VWV

1986 Yamaha Vmax

Red Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2022
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

14,871 mi
Last recorded14,871 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2021
Typical for 1986 Yamaha Vmax29,755 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD501 VWV
MakeYamaha
ModelVmax
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2021 14,871 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Sep 2019 14,505 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Aug 2017 14,478 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2017 14,446 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm .8 of a mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2014 14,434 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 9 Jul 2012 13,896 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 13,230 miles

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

o/s/f flexi hose mounting missing

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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D501 VWV is a 1986 Yamaha Vmax in Red with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 D501 VWV, 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 D501 VWV registered?

D501 VWV is a 1986 Yamaha Vmax, first registered on 5 November 1986.

Is D501 VWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for D501 VWV shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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