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R431 ORR

1998 Yamaha Vmax

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

32,639 mi
Last recorded32,639 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Vmax20,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR431 ORR
MakeYamaha
ModelVmax
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 32,639 miles
Pass 21 May 2025 32,215 miles
Pass 20 May 2024 32,186 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 31,883 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2022 31,624 miles
Pass 20 May 2021 31,377 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 31,209 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front tyre sidewall cracking

Rear tyre sidewall cracking

Pass 29 Mar 2019 30,915 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 29,854 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear tyre has ageing cracks on side walls

Pass 11 Apr 2017 29,031 miles

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

slight binding front brake.

Pass 17 Mar 2016 27,652 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 26,437 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 6 Jul 2013 46,964 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 43,564 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 38,278 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 34,972 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2010 34,927 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2009 30,477 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2008 23,166 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 3 Jul 2007 12,495 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 3 Jul 2007 12,495 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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R431 ORR is a 1998 Yamaha Vmax in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R431 ORR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R431 ORR registered?

R431 ORR is a 1998 Yamaha Vmax, first registered on 1 May 1998.

Is R431 ORR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R431 ORR shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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