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C436 FAH

1986 Yamaha Virago

Black Petrol 700cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

34,163 mi
Last recorded34,163 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2026
Typical for 1986 Yamaha Virago20,453 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC436 FAH
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine700cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2026 34,163 miles
Pass 20 May 2025 33,484 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 32,765 miles

Front Lower Exhaust headers slightly rusty

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Jun 2023 32,075 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2022 31,243 miles

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

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

Pass 16 Jun 2021 31,016 miles

Front tyre sidewalls perished with age

seat slightly loose

Fail 14 Jun 2021 31,013 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Stop lamp not working front lever or rear brake pedal operation of stop light inop (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Throttle operating incorrectly when handle bars moved side to side engine revs up (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Front tyre sidewalls perished with age

air box loose and damaged

all gauges slightly loose

seat slightly loose

Pass 18 Jul 2014 30,977 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 30,522 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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C436 FAH is a 1986 Yamaha Virago in Black with a 700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 C436 FAH, 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.

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What year was C436 FAH registered?

C436 FAH is a 1986 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C436 FAH safe to buy?

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