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B983 XBA

1985 Yamaha Virago

Black Petrol 700cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

31,348 mi
Last recorded31,348 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 1985 Yamaha Virago27,573 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB983 XBA
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine700cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 31,348 miles
Pass 2 May 2025 29,600 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Jun 2021 28,435 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Nov 2018 27,573 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 17 Nov 2018 27,573 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 14 Oct 2017 26,561 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 25,932 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 6 Jun 2016 25,932 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 2 Jun 2015 24,494 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2015 24,494 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Jun 2013 51,053 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 51,042 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 16 May 2008 51,041 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2005 50,426 miles

THE SILENCERS THAT ARE FITTED ARE STANDARED BUT MAY STILL ATTRACT POLICE ATTENTION.

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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B983 XBA is a 1985 Yamaha Virago in Black with a 700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 B983 XBA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B983 XBA registered?

B983 XBA is a 1985 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B983 XBA safe to buy?

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