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J237 LAY

1991 Yamaha Virago

Black Petrol 1063cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2025
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

50,036 mi
Last recorded50,036 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2024
Typical for 1991 Yamaha Virago23,828 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ237 LAY
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,063cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2024 50,036 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 23 Sep 2024 50,033 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2020 48,331 miles

Offside Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Jun 2014 47,636 miles

Centre Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

slight cracking in rear tyre wall

Fail 19 Jun 2013 45,754 miles

Centre Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 19 Jun 2013 45,754 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 42,624 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 40,997 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 10 Jul 2009 40,688 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 19 Jul 2008 40,390 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2008 40,390 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 9 May 2007 40,227 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 39,912 miles

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

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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J237 LAY is a 1991 Yamaha Virago in Black with a 1,063cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 J237 LAY, 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 J237 LAY registered?

J237 LAY is a 1991 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 1 August 1991.

Is J237 LAY safe to buy?

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