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K548 PTR

1995 Yamaha Vmax

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2022
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

54,170 mi
Last recorded54,170 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2021
Typical for 1995 Yamaha Vmax22,808 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK548 PTR
MakeYamaha
ModelVmax
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2021 54,170 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2021 54,170 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

throttle movement seriously stiff on right hand lock causing bike to rev up

Pass 28 Mar 2020 54,113 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2019 53,938 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 7 Apr 2018 53,429 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 52,803 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 9 Oct 2015 52,803 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.2b)

Pass 16 Jul 2014 52,531 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 52,126 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 46,635 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 45,518 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2008 46,542 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.1)

Pass 10 Oct 2008 46,542 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2007 46,212 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 3 Nov 2007 46,212 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2006 45,466 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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K548 PTR is a 1995 Yamaha Vmax in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1995 Yamaha Vmax models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 22,808 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 K548 PTR, 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 31 years old, this Yamaha Vmax is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was K548 PTR registered?

K548 PTR is a 1995 Yamaha Vmax, first registered on 26 October 1995.

Is K548 PTR safe to buy?

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