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F166 ETH

1989 Yamaha Vmax

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2025
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

25,229 mi
Last recorded25,229 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2024
Typical for 1989 Yamaha Vmax27,802 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF166 ETH
MakeYamaha
ModelVmax
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2024 25,229 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2023 24,079 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2023 24,079 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 18 Nov 2017 23,189 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2017 23,189 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 22 Nov 2016 22,684 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2016 22,660 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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F166 ETH is a 1989 Yamaha Vmax in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1989 Yamaha Vmax models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 27,802 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 Vmax fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F166 ETH, 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 37 years old, this Yamaha Vmax is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F166 ETH registered?

F166 ETH is a 1989 Yamaha Vmax, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is F166 ETH safe to buy?

The MOT history for F166 ETH shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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