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DU52 VJD

2002 Yamaha Virago

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

16,351 mi
Last recorded16,351 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Yamaha Virago15,919 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU52 VJD
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 16,351 miles
Fail 23 May 2026 16,314 miles

Offside Front Upper Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Central Front Lower Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 May 2025 13,712 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 37,741 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 36,008 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 35,880 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2019 35,569 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2019 35,569 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Jul 2018 35,450 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 35,113 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 34,665 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 33,824 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Fail 10 Apr 2015 33,824 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 14 Mar 2014 32,949 miles

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

front fork (dust seals) slightly perished

Pass 25 Oct 2012 31,613 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2012 31,613 miles

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 14 Oct 2011 29,309 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 3 Aug 2010 25,104 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 2 Aug 2010 25,104 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii) DANGEROUS

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 23 Jul 2009 23,971 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 20,967 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2008 20,966 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Brake pedal is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Jun 2007 14,382 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 9,476 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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DU52 VJD is a 2002 Yamaha Virago in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2002 Yamaha Virago models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 15,919 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 DU52 VJD, 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 24 years old, this Yamaha Virago is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DU52 VJD registered?

DU52 VJD is a 2002 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 1 September 2002.

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