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H143 BMR

1991 Yamaha Virago

Blue Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2022
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

25,626 mi
Last recorded25,626 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2021
Typical for 1991 Yamaha Virago23,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH143 BMR
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2021 25,626 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2021 25,626 miles

All position lamps not working front and rear (4.2.1 (a))

Clutch lever bent so it cannot be readily operated clutch lever has broken at pivot point (6.2.7 (b))

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn excessive warp in front brake disc (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Handlebar mounting insecure locking device missing from handle bar riser mounting (2.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Handlebar mounting insecure locking device missing from handle bar riser mounting (2.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions rear tyre fitted facing incorrect direction of rotation (5.2.3 (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Mar 2020 25,484 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 24,752 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 21,545 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2006 20,605 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2005 17,818 miles

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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H143 BMR is a 1991 Yamaha Virago in Blue with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1991 Yamaha Virago models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 23,828 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 H143 BMR, 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 35 years old, this Yamaha Virago is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was H143 BMR registered?

H143 BMR is a 1991 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 22 April 1991.

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The MOT history for H143 BMR shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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