MOT Status
ValidMileage
36,556 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
Front Brake master cylinder leaking (1.1.10 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
both tires aged
Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)
Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)
Dipswitch does not extinquish main beam/s, leaving at least 1 dipped beam headlamp (1.2.2b(i))
Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)
Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)
Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)
Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Rear Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)
Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)
How Reliable is the Yamaha Vmax?
Based on 5,864 MOT tests across 740 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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P698 CLJ is a 1998 Yamaha Vmax in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 1998 Yamaha Vmax models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 20,642 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 P698 CLJ, 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 28 years old, this Yamaha Vmax is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was P698 CLJ registered?
P698 CLJ is a 1998 Yamaha Vmax, first registered on 21 May 1998.
Is P698 CLJ safe to buy?
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