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H289 ANU

1991 Yamaha Virago

Red Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

19,148 mi
Last recorded19,148 miles
Recorded on15 May 2017
Typical for 1991 Yamaha Virago23,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH289 ANU
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2017 19,148 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 19,133 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 19,109 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 19,057 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 19,020 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 19,007 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 18,933 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 18,079 miles

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

Fail 7 May 2008 18,073 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Pass 7 Oct 2006 17,962 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2005 17,868 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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H289 ANU is a 1991 Yamaha Virago in Red with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 H289 ANU, 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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How do I check the history of H289 ANU?

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What year was H289 ANU registered?

H289 ANU is a 1991 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 8 July 1991.

Is H289 ANU safe to buy?

The MOT history for H289 ANU shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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