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H286 CSR

1991 Yamaha Virago

Red Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2026
Tests25 (16 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate64%

Mileage

47,431 mi
Last recorded47,431 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2025
Typical for 1991 Yamaha Virago23,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH286 CSR
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

16 pass 9 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2025 47,431 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2024 47,403 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2023 47,297 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2022 47,106 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 47,068 miles

EXHAUST SLIGHTLY NOISY

Pass 29 Jul 2017 46,870 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 29 Jul 2017 46,870 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 11 Jul 2016 78,698 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 30 Jun 2016 78,694 miles

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

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

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 15 Jun 2015 77,895 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 9 Jun 2015

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 17 Jun 2014 76,296 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

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

wiring at fork yokes insecure

Pass 19 Jun 2013 74,268 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2013 74,217 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 1 May 2012 17,307 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 12 Apr 2011 71,441 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear position lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Fail 12 Apr 2011 71,441 miles

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

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear position lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Fail 9 Apr 2011 71,290 miles

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

Rear 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 Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 24 Sep 2009 65,667 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2009 65,667 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem misaligned which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 16 Sep 2008 62,389 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2008 62,389 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 18 Sep 2007 60,655 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2007 60,611 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 29 Aug 2006 58,449 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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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H286 CSR is a 1991 Yamaha Virago in Red with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64%.

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 H286 CSR, 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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H286 CSR is a 1991 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 31 December 1991.

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