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H853 HLH

1991 Yamaha Virago

Brown Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2024
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

31,098 mi
Last recorded31,098 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2023
Typical for 1991 Yamaha Virago23,828 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH853 HLH
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1991
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2023 31,098 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2022 28,589 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Feb 2021 28,029 miles

Front Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Fail 25 Feb 2021 28,029 miles

Front Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 14 Jul 2017 27,762 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 27,204 miles

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

Fail 28 Jul 2015 26,538 miles

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 28 Jul 2015 26,538 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2014 25,910 miles

Rear wheel has a loose wheel nut(s) (4.2.3a)

Pass 21 Jul 2014 25,910 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2013 25,305 miles

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 15 Jul 2013 25,305 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2012 24,573 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 20 Mar 2012 24,573 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 23,378 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2009 22,800 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2008 20,368 miles

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

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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H853 HLH is a 1991 Yamaha Virago in Brown with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 H853 HLH, 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 H853 HLH registered?

H853 HLH is a 1991 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 3 May 1991.

Is H853 HLH safe to buy?

The MOT history for H853 HLH shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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