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C456 FAH

1986 Yamaha Virago

Blue Petrol 700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2021
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

13,691 mi
Last recorded13,691 miles
Recorded on28 May 2020
Typical for 1986 Yamaha Virago20,453 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC456 FAH
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine700cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2020 13,691 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2019 13,670 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 13,217 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit rear tyre also has a cut in it (4.1.3(i))

Pass 12 Jul 2016 11,411 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2016 11,380 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride rear wheel and brake anchor (6.2.1h)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Nail in tyre ()

Pass 18 Jul 2008 9,892 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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C456 FAH is a 1986 Yamaha Virago in Blue with a 700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 C456 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 C456 FAH registered?

C456 FAH is a 1986 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C456 FAH safe to buy?

The MOT history for C456 FAH shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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