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J756 SAN

1991 Yamaha Virago

Black Petrol 1063cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

50,579 mi
Last recorded50,579 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2016
Typical for 1991 Yamaha Virago23,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ756 SAN
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,063cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2016 50,579 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2016 50,579 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 21 Aug 2015 47,461 miles

Rat bike with unconventional features and non standard appendages fitted.

Pass 1 Aug 2014

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

No mileometer fitted.

Pass 30 Jul 2013 37,093 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 37,084 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 25 Jul 2008 36,030 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 35,501 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2006 34,169 miles

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

gear change pivot worn.

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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J756 SAN is a 1991 Yamaha Virago in Black with a 1,063cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 J756 SAN, 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 J756 SAN registered?

J756 SAN is a 1991 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 26 August 1991.

Is J756 SAN safe to buy?

The MOT history for J756 SAN shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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