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G209 YDV

2002 Yamaha Vmax

Purple Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

40,426 mi
Last recorded40,426 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2017
Typical for 2002 Yamaha Vmax22,739 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG209 YDV
MakeYamaha
ModelVmax
Year2002
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc
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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2017 40,426 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 40,137 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 39,914 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 39,535 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2014 39,535 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2013 39,442 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 38,816 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2012 38,816 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Fail 4 Aug 2011 37,642 miles

Clutch fluid reservoir low

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

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

Pass 4 Aug 2011 37,642 miles

Clutch fluid reservoir low

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

Pass 15 Jul 2010 36,232 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 7 May 2009 35,486 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 34,196 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 32,946 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2007 32,946 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2006 30,887 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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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G209 YDV is a 2002 Yamaha Vmax in Purple with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2002 Yamaha Vmax models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.3% with a typical mileage of 22,739 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 G209 YDV, 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 24 years old, this Yamaha Vmax is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was G209 YDV registered?

G209 YDV is a 2002 Yamaha Vmax, first registered on 1 February 2002.

Is G209 YDV safe to buy?

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