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JGH 187X

1981 Yamaha Maxim

Black Petrol 550cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

17,147 mi
Last recorded17,147 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2017
Typical for 1981 Yamaha Maxim30,643 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJGH 187X
MakeYamaha
ModelMaxim
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine550cc
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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2017 17,147 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 25 Aug 2016 15,763 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2016 15,763 miles

Fuel system component leaking LEFTHAND CARB (7.2.1a)

Offside Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 30 Jul 2015 15,761 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 15,687 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 15,630 miles

Stop light not working on rear brakes lever

Pass 20 Aug 2010 15,281 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 7 Aug 2009 14,750 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2008 44,181 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 40,526 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2006 37,907 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2006 37,907 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (hotspot centre above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.1)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

How Reliable is the Yamaha Maxim?

Based on 868 MOT tests across 115 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
298
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
115
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 15
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 8
Direction indicators not working 5
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 5
wheel bearings have excessive free play 5
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JGH 187X is a 1981 Yamaha Maxim in Black with a 550cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha Maxim models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 30,643 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Maxim fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JGH 187X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Maxim typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 45 years old, this Yamaha Maxim is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was JGH 187X registered?

JGH 187X is a 1981 Yamaha Maxim, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is JGH 187X safe to buy?

The MOT history for JGH 187X shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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