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S656 TPU

1998 Yamaha V Max

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2025
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

35,389 mi
Last recorded35,389 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2024
Typical for 1998 Yamaha V Max18,120 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS656 TPU
MakeYamaha
ModelV Max
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2024 35,389 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2022 31,501 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 30,921 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Rear tyre damage sidewall

Pass 26 Sep 2016 30,118 miles

rear mudguard loose

rear tyre wall damaged

Fail 19 Sep 2016 30,097 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake does not release (3.3.C2c)

rear mudguard loose

rear tyre wall damaged

Pass 18 Sep 2015 29,151 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 28,371 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2013 28,371 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 4 Oct 2012 28,307 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Sep 2011 27,442 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2011 27,442 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 6 Jul 2010 26,370 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2008 24,241 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 22,031 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 20,044 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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S656 TPU is a 1998 Yamaha V Max in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 S656 TPU, 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 S656 TPU registered?

S656 TPU is a 1998 Yamaha V Max, first registered on 25 September 1998.

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