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E953 CTU

1988 Yamaha Vmax

Yellow Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

45,960 mi
Last recorded45,960 miles
Recorded on24 May 2025
Typical for 1988 Yamaha Vmax22,174 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE953 CTU
MakeYamaha
ModelVmax
Year1988
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc
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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 24 May 2025 45,960 miles
Pass 11 May 2024 45,437 miles
Pass 27 May 2023 44,875 miles
Pass 21 May 2022 43,999 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2021 43,712 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2019 43,466 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 42,818 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 41,724 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 41,148 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 40,600 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 39,995 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 38,385 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 37,502 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 36,365 miles

rear brake , pad retaining plate moved / slipped.

Pass 12 Jun 2010 34,396 miles

Alloy banjoes fitted to brake limes.

Pass 23 May 2009 32,711 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 30,725 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 25,918 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 24,932 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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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E953 CTU is a 1988 Yamaha Vmax in Yellow with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 Yamaha Vmax models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.1% with a typical mileage of 22,174 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 E953 CTU, 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 38 years old, this Yamaha Vmax is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E953 CTU registered?

E953 CTU is a 1988 Yamaha Vmax, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is E953 CTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for E953 CTU shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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