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D851 NYG

1987 Yamaha Virago

Maroon Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

29,198 mi
Last recorded29,198 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 1987 Yamaha Virago20,904 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD851 NYG
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1987
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 29,198 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

nearside rear light bulb not working.

Pass 16 Jul 2024 28,185 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2024 28,185 miles

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

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

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2023 26,988 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 26,734 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 26,385 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 26,134 miles

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

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded at engine mounts (6.1.1a)

Rear suspension slightly corroded swing arm (2.4.A.2d)

Pass 12 May 2017 25,583 miles

slight corrosion to fuel tank

Pass 13 May 2016 25,172 miles

Rear suspension slightly corroded swing arm (2.4.A.2d)

Fail 6 May 2016 25,094 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear suspension slightly corroded swing arm (2.4.A.2d)

Pass 22 May 2015 24,750 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 24,004 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 4 Jun 2013 23,050 miles

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

Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Pass 18 May 2012 22,664 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 31 May 2011 20,883 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2009 19,859 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 14 Apr 2009 19,859 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 19,305 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2008 19,257 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 27 Apr 2007 18,492 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Pass 18 Feb 2006 18,009 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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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D851 NYG is a 1987 Yamaha Virago in Maroon with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 D851 NYG, 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 D851 NYG registered?

D851 NYG is a 1987 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is D851 NYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for D851 NYG shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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