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FG03 CTE

2003 Yamaha Virago

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2020
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

399 mi
Last recorded399 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2019
Typical for 2003 Yamaha Virago12,142 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG03 CTE
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2019 399 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 11 Apr 2019 399 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Apr 2016 136 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2016 136 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 14 Jun 2014 127 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 14,132 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2009 10,514 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 25 Mar 2009 10,514 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 7,817 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 7,750 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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FG03 CTE is a 2003 Yamaha Virago in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha Virago models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 12,142 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 FG03 CTE, 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 23 years old, this Yamaha Virago is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FG03 CTE registered?

FG03 CTE is a 2003 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 6 June 2003.

Is FG03 CTE safe to buy?

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