MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
53,946 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
rear mudguard deteriorated but secure
Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Rear rear mudguard deteriorated but secure
front mudgaurd deteriorated but secure
number plate slightly deteriorated
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)
Rear suspension has corrosion which reduces the strength of a load bearing member or its supporting structure. (2.4.A.2d)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Offside Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
How Reliable is the Yamaha Virago?
Based on 18,852 MOT tests across 1,770 vehicles.
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B158 YWS is a 1985 Yamaha Virago in Red with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.
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 B158 YWS, 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 B158 YWS registered?
B158 YWS is a 1985 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 31 December 1985.
Is B158 YWS safe to buy?
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