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E686 GRG

1987 Yamaha Virago

Green Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2024
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

Typical for 1987 Yamaha Virago20,904 mi
4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE686 GRG
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1987
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 14 Jun 2023

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Aug 2011 17,429 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 17,409 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 17,106 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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E686 GRG is a 1987 Yamaha Virago in Green with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 E686 GRG, 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 E686 GRG registered?

E686 GRG is a 1987 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is E686 GRG safe to buy?

The MOT history for E686 GRG shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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