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D118 NEX

1987 Yamaha Virago

Green Petrol 700cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

19,183 mi
Last recorded19,183 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 1987 Yamaha Virago20,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD118 NEX
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1987
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine700cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 19,183 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2025 18,564 miles

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 24 Nov 2023 18,030 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2022 17,906 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2021 16,848 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 1 Dec 2020 15,061 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 8 Jun 2019 13,007 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2018 12,606 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 19 May 2017 10,448 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 11 Jun 2015 10,354 miles

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 10,354 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 10,183 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 10,012 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 9,933 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 2 Jul 2011 9,809 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 9,263 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 29 Jul 2008 9,089 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 8,860 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 8,568 miles

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

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

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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D118 NEX is a 1987 Yamaha Virago in Green with a 700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1987 Yamaha Virago models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 20,904 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 D118 NEX, 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 39 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 D118 NEX registered?

D118 NEX is a 1987 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is D118 NEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for D118 NEX shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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