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DX57 FKV

2007 Yamaha Vmax

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

30,457 mi
Last recorded30,457 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 Yamaha Vmax22,579 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX57 FKV
MakeYamaha
ModelVmax
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc
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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 30,457 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2024 29,811 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2024 29,811 miles

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 18 Aug 2023 28,636 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2022 27,751 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 17 Aug 2021 27,243 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Sep 2020 26,850 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Jun 2019 25,695 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 Jun 2018 22,333 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 19,766 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey Slight silencer joint leak on the o/side . (7.1.1b)

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 17 May 2017 19,753 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey Slight silencer joint leak on the o/side . (7.1.1b)

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Nov 2015 16,392 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Fail 28 Nov 2014 14,093 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2014 14,093 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2013 10,124 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 10,117 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2012 8,406 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 6,876 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 4,880 miles

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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DX57 FKV is a 2007 Yamaha Vmax in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2007 Yamaha Vmax models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 22,579 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 DX57 FKV, 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 19 years old, this Yamaha Vmax is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DX57 FKV registered?

DX57 FKV is a 2007 Yamaha Vmax, first registered on 14 September 2007.

Is DX57 FKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX57 FKV shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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