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L168 VDM

1994 Yamaha Virago

Black Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

14,717 mi
Last recorded14,717 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 1994 Yamaha Virago18,140 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL168 VDM
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 May 2026 14,717 miles

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

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

Pass 2 May 2025 14,317 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases collector box in poor condition (6.1.2 (a))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 1 May 2024 14,056 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2023 13,479 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

front wheel has been repaired on the rim

Fail 15 Apr 2023 13,479 miles

Front Wheel excessively distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 25 Feb 2021 13,413 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2020 12,769 miles

Front Wheel damaged but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 6 Jan 2020 12,769 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Front Wheel damaged but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 22 Nov 2019 12,769 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2018 10,760 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2018 10,760 miles

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Fail 7 Nov 2018 10,730 miles

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Sep 2017 10,250 miles

Nearside clutch lever shorten

Pass 18 Aug 2016 9,901 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 8,943 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 8,522 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 8,358 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 7,952 miles

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

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

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

Pass 29 Aug 2009 7,353 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 7,278 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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L168 VDM is a 1994 Yamaha Virago in Black with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 L168 VDM, 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 L168 VDM registered?

L168 VDM is a 1994 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 31 December 1994.

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