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S508 SDB

1998 Yamaha V Max

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

16,229 mi
Last recorded16,229 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha V Max18,120 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS508 SDB
MakeYamaha
ModelV Max
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2025 16,229 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2025 16,229 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2024 16,182 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2023 16,002 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2022 15,722 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort when front brake is applied (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 26 Mar 2021 14,933 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 15 Jul 2019 14,846 miles

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

Fail 15 Jul 2019 14,846 miles

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

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 20 Jun 2018 14,434 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jul 2017 14,026 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2016 12,007 miles

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

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 1 Jun 2015 11,667 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 14 Jun 2014 11,078 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 14 Jun 2014 11,078 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 May 2013 9,073 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

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

Pass 29 Feb 2012 7,054 miles

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

front brake binding slightly

rearlamp mounting loose

Pass 19 Sep 2009 6,178 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 12,635 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 11,581 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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S508 SDB is a 1998 Yamaha V Max in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 S508 SDB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S508 SDB registered?

S508 SDB is a 1998 Yamaha V Max, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S508 SDB safe to buy?

The MOT history for S508 SDB shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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