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F540 KEC

1989 Yamaha V Max

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2023
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

32,278 mi
Last recorded32,278 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2022
Typical for 1989 Yamaha V Max29,662 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF540 KEC
MakeYamaha
ModelV Max
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2022 32,278 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 32,215 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 31,876 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 31,313 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2017 31,313 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 29 Aug 2014 30,679 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2014 30,654 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear suspension component cracked (2.4.A.1a)

slight pitting on fork legs

Pass 22 Nov 2012 29,790 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 28,580 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 22,933 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2006 22,933 miles

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Offside Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

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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F540 KEC is a 1989 Yamaha V Max in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1989 Yamaha V Max models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 29,662 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 F540 KEC, 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 37 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 F540 KEC registered?

F540 KEC is a 1989 Yamaha V Max, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is F540 KEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for F540 KEC shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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