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H157 HEW

1991 Yamaha Virago

Red Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

13,904 mi
Last recorded13,904 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2013
Typical for 1991 Yamaha Virago23,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH157 HEW
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2013 13,904 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 13,641 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 13,515 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 13,210 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 12,964 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 12,806 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2007 12,348 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2007 12,344 miles

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

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

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

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

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 24 Jun 2006 11,259 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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H157 HEW is a 1991 Yamaha Virago in Red with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 H157 HEW, 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 H157 HEW registered?

H157 HEW is a 1991 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 8 May 1991.

Is H157 HEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for H157 HEW shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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