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A427 OEL

1984 Yamaha Virago

Purple Petrol 700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

22,742 mi
Last recorded22,742 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2014
Typical for 1984 Yamaha Virago18,108 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA427 OEL
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1984
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine700cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2014 22,742 miles

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

left indicator working but switch requires to be held on to stay illuminated , switch requires replacement

Pass 4 Apr 2013 21,741 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2013 21,736 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 3 Apr 2012
Fail 3 Apr 2012

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 1 Sep 2010 20,725 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 20,103 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2009 20,103 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 8 Jul 2008 18,760 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 17,703 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2007 17,703 miles

Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Pass 10 May 2006 16,876 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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A427 OEL is a 1984 Yamaha Virago in Purple with a 700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1984 Yamaha Virago models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 18,108 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 A427 OEL, 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 42 years old, this Yamaha Virago is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A427 OEL registered?

A427 OEL is a 1984 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is A427 OEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for A427 OEL shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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