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E575 NOU

1988 Yamaha V Max

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

21,011 mi
Last recorded21,011 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 1988 Yamaha V Max33,418 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE575 NOU
MakeYamaha
ModelV Max
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 21,011 miles

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

Fail 14 Oct 2025 21,011 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 5 Sep 2023 20,966 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2022 20,888 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2021 20,786 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 20,719 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 14 Sep 2020 20,719 miles

Stop lamp not working off front brake (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2019 20,204 miles

Front tyre cracked between treads

Fail 19 Apr 2019 20,204 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front tyre cracked between treads

Pass 11 May 2018 19,680 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

exhaust clamp broken

front tyre cracking between tread

Pass 24 Nov 2016 19,667 miles

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

lower exhaust clamp broken

Fail 24 Nov 2016 19,667 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

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

lower exhaust clamp broken

Pass 28 Nov 2015 19,299 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 19,289 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 19,283 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 19,232 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 19,133 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 19,116 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 18,952 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 18,812 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2007 18,092 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 17,394 miles

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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E575 NOU is a 1988 Yamaha V Max in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1988 Yamaha V Max models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 33,418 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 E575 NOU, 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 38 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 E575 NOU registered?

E575 NOU is a 1988 Yamaha V Max, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is E575 NOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for E575 NOU shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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