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VM08 YAM

2008 Yamaha V Max

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2025
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

10,442 mi
Last recorded10,442 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2024
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVM08 YAM
MakeYamaha
ModelV Max
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 10 Sep 2024 10,442 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jul 2023 10,431 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2022 10,407 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort ***close to failure*** (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 8 Jul 2021 10,393 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort *** close to failure*** (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 13 May 2020 10,373 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort ***close to failure*** (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 8 Feb 2019 10,123 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2018 9,862 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 9,856 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 9,217 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 8,599 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 8,035 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 7,328 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 4,695 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 3,491 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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VM08 YAM is a 2008 Yamaha V Max in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VM08 YAM, 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 18 years old, this Yamaha V Max is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was VM08 YAM registered?

VM08 YAM is a 2008 Yamaha V Max, first registered on 7 July 2008.

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The MOT history for VM08 YAM shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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