CarVerify

Free Car Check

R716 LVE

1998 Yamaha Vmax

Black Petrol 1200cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2026
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

38,881 mi
Last recorded38,881 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Vmax20,642 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationR716 LVE
MakeYamaha
ModelVmax
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc
View full Yamaha Vmax reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2025 38,881 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 27 Jun 2025 38,881 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 4 Jun 2021 37,254 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2020 37,219 miles

Offside Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear REAR BRAKE DISC GETTING CLOSE TOO LEGAL LIMIT

Pass 22 Nov 2019 35,079 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 22 Nov 2019 35,079 miles

Position lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements high beam not working (4.2.2 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jun 2018 31,475 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 30,692 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
Full Yamaha Vmax reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

R716 LVE is a 1998 Yamaha Vmax in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 R716 LVE, 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

How do I check the history of R716 LVE?

You can check the full history of R716 LVE by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was R716 LVE registered?

R716 LVE is a 1998 Yamaha Vmax, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R716 LVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R716 LVE shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R716 LVE have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on R716 LVE. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.