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D464 VDV

1987 Yamaha Virago

Black Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2024
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

18,312 mi
Last recorded18,312 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2023
Typical for 1987 Yamaha Virago20,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD464 VDV
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2023 18,312 miles

Front Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Fail 25 Aug 2023 18,312 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Front Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Fail 30 Jun 2023 18,302 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 31 May 2022 18,206 miles
Fail 23 May 2022 18,202 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2020 18,139 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 17,703 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 19 Nov 2012 12,080 miles

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

Fail 14 Nov 2012 12,080 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn is not a constant note (1.7.3c)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

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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D464 VDV is a 1987 Yamaha Virago in Black with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 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 D464 VDV, 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.

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What year was D464 VDV registered?

D464 VDV is a 1987 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 1 January 1987.

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