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H847 XGJ

1991 Yamaha Virago

Blue Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

47,506 mi
Last recorded47,506 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2025
Typical for 1991 Yamaha Virago23,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH847 XGJ
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2025 47,506 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front brake lever pivot worn

Rear brake pedal pivot worn

extremely difficult to test motorcycle due to multitude of adornments fitted to bike

Pass 25 Jun 2024 47,438 miles

Extremely difficult to test this motorcycle due to a multitude of additional 'adornments' fitted including a horse's saddle, stirrups, saucepans, hip flasks, dummy snakes, used ammunition, dummy barbed wire and a variety of skulls (some illuminated!)

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Front brake lever pivot worn and lever awkwardly positioned but can still be readily applied

Front tyre perishing / cracking slightly - manufactured 2010

Gear selector lever pivot worn and floppy / oversized rubber grip fitted which makes gear selection difficult.

Rear Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Pass 12 Jun 2023 47,380 miles

Exhaust system 'popping' at idle

Extremely difficult to test this motorcycle due to a multitude of additional 'adornments' fitted including a horse's saddle, stirrups, saucepans, hip flasks, dummy snakes, used ammunition, dummy barbed wire and a variety of skulls (some illuminated!)

Gear selector lever pivot very worn and oversized rubber grip fitted to pedal making gear selection difficult.

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded several spokes and ferrules corroding (5.2.2 (d))

Fail 12 Jun 2023 47,374 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust system 'popping' at idle

Extremely difficult to test this motorcycle due to a multitude of additional 'adornments' fitted including a horse's saddle, stirrups, saucepans, hip flasks, dummy snakes, used ammunition, dummy barbed wire and a variety of skulls (some illuminated!)

Gear selector lever pivot very worn and oversized rubber grip fitted to pedal making gear selection difficult.

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded several spokes and ferrules corroding (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 23 Jun 2022 47,115 miles

Dipped / main beam changeover switch slightly faulty

Extremely difficult to test this motorcycle due to a multitude of additional 'adornments' fitted including a horse's saddle, stirrups, saucepans, hip flasks, dummy snakes, used ammunition, dummy barbed wire and a variety of skulls (some illuminated!)

Gear change pedal pivot very worn and oversized rubber grip fitted

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded several ferrules (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 25 Mar 2019 46,703 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 46,448 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 46,281 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 46,084 miles

stand return spring weak

Pass 13 Apr 2015 45,991 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 45,194 miles

stand spring weak

Pass 9 Apr 2013 44,789 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 43,827 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 42,615 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2010 41,504 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 40,013 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2008 37,984 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 20 Mar 2008 37,984 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 37,692 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2007 37,692 miles

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 2 Mar 2006 37,089 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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H847 XGJ is a 1991 Yamaha Virago in Blue with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 H847 XGJ, 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 H847 XGJ registered?

H847 XGJ is a 1991 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 19 April 1991.

Is H847 XGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for H847 XGJ shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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