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WV09 OER

2009 Yamaha Vmax

Black Petrol 1700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2025
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

21,497 mi
Last recorded21,497 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2024
Typical for 2009 Yamaha Vmax10,012 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV09 OER
MakeYamaha
ModelVmax
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2024 21,497 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 23 Sep 2023 21,413 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Oct 2021 20,995 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 28 Sep 2020 19,395 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2018 16,190 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2017 12,299 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 10,012 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2015 7,761 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Apr 2014 6,443 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 4,576 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2012 4,558 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)

Offside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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WV09 OER is a 2009 Yamaha Vmax in Black with a 1,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2009 Yamaha Vmax models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.4% with a typical mileage of 10,012 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 WV09 OER, 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 17 years old, this Yamaha Vmax is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was WV09 OER registered?

WV09 OER is a 2009 Yamaha Vmax, first registered on 21 March 2009.

Is WV09 OER safe to buy?

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