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J26 RTF

1991 Yamaha Virago

Black Petrol 1063cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2025
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

48,593 mi
Last recorded48,593 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2024
Typical for 1991 Yamaha Virago23,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ26 RTF
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,063cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2024 48,593 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Sep 2023 48,591 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Aug 2022 48,521 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2022 48,521 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 20 Aug 2021 48,132 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2021 48,132 miles

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Jun 2020 47,777 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 31 Mar 2012 47,770 miles

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 47,552 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 46,601 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 4 Apr 2009 44,647 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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J26 RTF is a 1991 Yamaha Virago in Black with a 1,063cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 J26 RTF, 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 J26 RTF registered?

J26 RTF is a 1991 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 2 August 1991.

Is J26 RTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for J26 RTF shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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