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H638 MVW

1991 Yamaha Virago

Brown Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2023
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

23,277 mi
Last recorded23,277 miles
Recorded on4 May 2022
Typical for 1991 Yamaha Virago23,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH638 MVW
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1991
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 May 2022 23,277 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2020 23,249 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 23,048 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2017 22,997 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 22,891 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 22,782 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2014 22,619 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 21,625 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 21,603 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Oct 2008 21,338 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 21,298 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2007 21,281 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

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

Front tyre preasure low

Pass 23 Jun 2006 20,533 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 29 Jun 2005 20,228 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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H638 MVW is a 1991 Yamaha Virago in Brown with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 H638 MVW, 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 H638 MVW registered?

H638 MVW is a 1991 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 27 March 1991.

Is H638 MVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for H638 MVW shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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