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H168 PHB

1991 Yamaha Virago

Black Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2019
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

33,716 mi
Last recorded33,716 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2018
Typical for 1991 Yamaha Virago23,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH168 PHB
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2018 33,716 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2018 33,716 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening insecure axle nut locking devse missing (6.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2017 32,512 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 26 Jun 2017 32,512 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 20 Jun 2016 30,915 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 28,167 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 16 Sep 2014 28,167 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)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 1 Aug 2013 26,148 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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

Fail 1 Aug 2013 26,148 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2012 23,244 miles

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

Fail 11 Jul 2012 23,244 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)

Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 12 Jul 2011 31,167 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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H168 PHB is a 1991 Yamaha Virago in Black with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 H168 PHB, 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 H168 PHB registered?

H168 PHB is a 1991 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 3 May 1991.

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