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H809 UWJ

1991 Yamaha Virago

Beige Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2021
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

62,793 mi
Last recorded62,793 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2020
Typical for 1991 Yamaha Virago23,828 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH809 UWJ
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1991
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2020 62,793 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 62,309 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 58,831 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2017 58,831 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 11 Sep 2015 54,814 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 2 Aug 2014 51,659 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 51,232 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2012 46,766 miles

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

Fail 21 Jul 2012 46,766 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 28 Jun 2011 40,498 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2011 40,498 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2010 35,237 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 24 Jul 2010 35,237 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 27 Jun 2009 35,113 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2009 351,103 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Mar 2008 34,432 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 34,212 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2006 34,212 miles

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

Rear Exhaust is leaking and 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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H809 UWJ is a 1991 Yamaha Virago in Beige with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 H809 UWJ, 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 H809 UWJ registered?

H809 UWJ is a 1991 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 10 May 1991.

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