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L506 MCF

2000 Yamaha V Max

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

25,230 mi
Last recorded25,230 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2017
Typical for 2000 Yamaha V Max12,530 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL506 MCF
MakeYamaha
ModelV Max
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2017 25,230 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 22 Aug 2017 25,230 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Nail in tyre 2 off ()

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 13 Jul 2016 25,135 miles

Front brake slight bind

Pass 26 Jun 2014 24,934 miles

s/h speedo fitted

Pass 21 May 2013 25,966 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 22,788 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Small number plate fitted

Fail 22 May 2010 22,766 miles

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

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Small number plate fitted

Pass 3 Apr 2009 22,734 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 3 Apr 2009 22,734 miles

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 3 Mar 2009 22,734 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Steering control handlebar movement restricted by cables caught on a projection (2.1.2c)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

1 tail light bulb not working

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 27 Nov 2007 22,659 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 21,762 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2005 20,196 miles

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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L506 MCF is a 2000 Yamaha V Max in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2000 Yamaha V Max models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 12,530 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 L506 MCF, 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 26 years old, this Yamaha V Max is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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L506 MCF is a 2000 Yamaha V Max, first registered on 15 May 2000.

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