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G558 LGH

1989 Yamaha Vmax

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2018
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

25,478 mi
Last recorded25,478 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2017
Typical for 1989 Yamaha Vmax27,802 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG558 LGH
MakeYamaha
ModelVmax
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2017 25,478 miles

Front Propshaft universal joint worn ()

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 6 Jun 2016 25,418 miles

Front Hazard warning lamps slightly discoloured

Front tyre side wall slightly perished/cracked

Neutral light not working

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rev counter not working

Fail 3 Jun 2016 25,393 miles

Direction indicators not working tell tale not working too (1.4.A.2c)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Cross section (7.1.2)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Stop lamp not working N/S and O/S (1.2.1b)

Neutral light not working

Front Hazard warning lamps slightly discoloured

Front tyre side wall slightly perished/cracked

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rev counter not working

Pass 1 May 2015 25,135 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

front tyre slight deteriorated

Pass 21 Feb 2014 24,707 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 24,197 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 22,876 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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G558 LGH is a 1989 Yamaha Vmax in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 G558 LGH, 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 G558 LGH registered?

G558 LGH is a 1989 Yamaha Vmax, first registered on 10 August 1989.

Is G558 LGH safe to buy?

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