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B127 VLJ

1985 Yamaha Virago

Black Petrol 700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2021
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

20,438 mi
Last recorded20,438 miles
Recorded on20 May 2020
Typical for 1985 Yamaha Virago27,573 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB127 VLJ
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine700cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2020 20,438 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 19,689 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements foot brake (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Mar 2019 19,689 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Offside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements foot brake (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2016 18,649 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 17,941 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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B127 VLJ is a 1985 Yamaha Virago in Black with a 700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1985 Yamaha Virago models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 27,573 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 B127 VLJ, 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 41 years old, this Yamaha Virago is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B127 VLJ registered?

B127 VLJ is a 1985 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B127 VLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for B127 VLJ shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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