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Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))
Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened swing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))
Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))
Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened swing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))
Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))
Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Rear Mudguard insecure ()
Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (4.3.1 (b) (ii))
Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Rear Mudguard insecure ()
Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (4.3.1 (b) (ii))
Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Position lamp likely to become detached (4.2.1 (c) (ii))
Stop lamp lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.3.1 (b) (ii))
Stop lamp showing white light to the rear (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Horn not working (1.7.3a)
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)
Offside Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)
Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Centre Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
front tyre unevenly worn
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
How Reliable is the Yamaha Virago?
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F179 WGL is a 1989 Yamaha Virago in Blue with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.
Across all 1989 Yamaha Virago models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 27,609 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 F179 WGL, 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 37 years old, this Yamaha Virago is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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F179 WGL is a 1989 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 1 April 1989.
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