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L116 JPY

1994 Yamaha Virago

Red Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2022
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

19,268 mi
Last recorded19,268 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2021
Typical for 1994 Yamaha Virago18,140 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL116 JPY
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2021 19,268 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 2 Jun 2021 19,255 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Aug 2017 19,238 miles

Front tyre signs of cracks but no cord or ply showing

Pass 8 Apr 2015 19,193 miles

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Fail 19 Apr 2014 19,093 miles

Offside Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Pass 19 Apr 2014 19,093 miles
Fail 15 May 2009 18,964 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 15 May 2009 18,964 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 18,656 miles
Fail 14 May 2008 18,656 miles

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Offside Front Brake fluid reservoir leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 May 2006 18,506 miles

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

Offside Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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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L116 JPY is a 1994 Yamaha Virago in Red with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1994 Yamaha Virago models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 18,140 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 L116 JPY, 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 32 years old, this Yamaha Virago is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L116 JPY registered?

L116 JPY is a 1994 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 5 May 1994.

Is L116 JPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for L116 JPY shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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