MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
21,891 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Footrest insecure Rider & pillion (6.2.12 (a))
Nearside Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Rear brake reservoir hose kinked
Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)
Horn not working (1.7.3a)
How Reliable is the Yamaha Vmax?
Based on 5,864 MOT tests across 740 vehicles.
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R970 OLJ is a 1998 Yamaha Vmax in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.
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 R970 OLJ, 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 R970 OLJ registered?
R970 OLJ is a 1998 Yamaha Vmax, first registered on 5 June 1998.
Is R970 OLJ safe to buy?
The MOT history for R970 OLJ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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