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S312 UBP

1998 Yamaha Vmax

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

16,827 mi
Last recorded16,827 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2016
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Vmax20,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS312 UBP
MakeYamaha
ModelVmax
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2016 16,827 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 16,048 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 15 May 2014 15,828 miles
Fail 13 May 2014 15,828 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 30 Aug 2013 15,160 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2012 14,101 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2008 13,519 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Jul 2008 13,519 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 12,799 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 11,967 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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S312 UBP is a 1998 Yamaha Vmax in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 S312 UBP, 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 S312 UBP registered?

S312 UBP is a 1998 Yamaha Vmax, first registered on 14 October 1998.

Is S312 UBP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S312 UBP shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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