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C205 BDL

1986 Yamaha Virago

Blue Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jul 2026
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,782 mi
Last recorded15,782 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2025
Typical for 1986 Yamaha Virago20,453 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC205 BDL
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 12 Jun 2025 15,782 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2024 15,124 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2023 13,157 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2022 12,913 miles
Pass 4 May 2020 12,805 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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C205 BDL is a 1986 Yamaha Virago in Blue with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1986 Yamaha Virago models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 20,453 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 C205 BDL, 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 40 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 C205 BDL registered?

C205 BDL is a 1986 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C205 BDL safe to buy?

The MOT history for C205 BDL shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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