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S34 LGN

1998 Yamaha V Max

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2017
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

67,029 mi
Last recorded67,029 miles
Recorded on16 May 2016
Typical for 1998 Yamaha V Max18,120 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS34 LGN
MakeYamaha
ModelV Max
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 May 2016 67,029 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 64,184 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 22 Aug 2011 64,116 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 17 Jul 2009 64,111 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 63,721 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Fail 25 Jun 2008 63,721 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2007 61,876 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2007 61,876 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2006 60,016 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha V Max?

Based on 5,093 MOT tests across 454 vehicles.

86.1%
Pass Rate
516
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
454
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 37
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 34
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 31
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 22
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 19
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S34 LGN is a 1998 Yamaha V Max in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha V Max models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% with a typical mileage of 18,120 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 V Max fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 37 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S34 LGN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha V Max typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 28 years old, this Yamaha V Max is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was S34 LGN registered?

S34 LGN is a 1998 Yamaha V Max, first registered on 22 September 1998.

Is S34 LGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for S34 LGN shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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