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B20 BTS

1993 Yamaha Virago

Blue Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

15,034 mi
Last recorded15,034 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 1993 Yamaha Virago17,692 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB20 BTS
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 15,034 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2024 14,927 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 14,875 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2023 14,875 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working adjusted and ok (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Sep 2022 14,847 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2021 14,805 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 14,603 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Sep 2019 14,474 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Oct 2018 14,260 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Sep 2017 13,751 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2016 13,147 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Jul 2015 12,882 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 12,069 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 11,916 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2012 11,759 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Jun 2011 11,468 miles

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Pass 1 Jul 2010 11,231 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 9,918 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 9,558 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 8,242 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 6,911 miles

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

How Reliable is the Yamaha Virago?

Based on 18,852 MOT tests across 1,770 vehicles.

85.4%
Pass Rate
353
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
1,770
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 218
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 214
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 107
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 90
Headlamp aim too high 85
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B20 BTS is a 1993 Yamaha Virago in Blue with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1993 Yamaha Virago models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 17,692 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Virago fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 218 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B20 BTS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Virago typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 33 years old, this Yamaha Virago is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B20 BTS registered?

B20 BTS is a 1993 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is B20 BTS safe to buy?

The MOT history for B20 BTS shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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