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B823 KUX

1985 Yamaha Virago

Bronze Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2023
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

18,409 mi
Last recorded18,409 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2022
Typical for 1985 Yamaha Virago27,573 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB823 KUX
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1985
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2022 18,409 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 Apr 2019 18,392 miles

both tyres heavily perished

Pass 1 May 2018 17,119 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 16,514 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

tyres heavily perished

Pass 27 May 2015 16,466 miles

both tyres showing signs of wear (perishing)

Pass 24 May 2014 16,439 miles

both tyres showing signs of perishing in between the tread

Fail 19 May 2014 16,439 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

both tyres showing signs of perishing in between the tread

Pass 18 Jul 2012 16,340 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 16,337 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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B823 KUX is a 1985 Yamaha Virago in Bronze with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 B823 KUX, 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 B823 KUX registered?

B823 KUX is a 1985 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 31 December 1985.

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The MOT history for B823 KUX shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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