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F506 FFJ

1988 Yamaha Virago

Red Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

13,359 mi
Last recorded13,359 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2018
Typical for 1988 Yamaha Virago21,545 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF506 FFJ
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2018 13,359 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 13,359 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 13,353 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2015 13,308 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 20 May 2014 12,564 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 12,273 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 11,788 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 11,308 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2011 11,308 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 30 Jun 2010 10,530 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 13 May 2009 9,386 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 9,368 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2006 9,246 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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F506 FFJ is a 1988 Yamaha Virago in Red with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1988 Yamaha Virago models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 21,545 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 F506 FFJ, 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 38 years old, this Yamaha Virago is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F506 FFJ registered?

F506 FFJ is a 1988 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 4 August 1988.

Is F506 FFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for F506 FFJ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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