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OAV 522W

1998 Yamaha Maxim

Black Petrol 550cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2015
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

18,039 mi
Last recorded18,039 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2014
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOAV 522W
MakeYamaha
ModelMaxim
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine550cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2014 18,039 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 17,658 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 5 Jul 2010 17,076 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 25 Jun 2009 16,816 miles

Centre Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 31 May 2008 16,225 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 15,508 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2006 15,508 miles

Front Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

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

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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OAV 522W is a 1998 Yamaha Maxim in Black with a 550cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 OAV 522W, 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 28 years old, this Yamaha Maxim is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was OAV 522W registered?

OAV 522W is a 1998 Yamaha Maxim, first registered on 31 May 1998.

Is OAV 522W safe to buy?

The MOT history for OAV 522W shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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