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FJ03 BBV

2003 Yamaha Virago

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2021
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

37,749 mi
Last recorded37,749 miles
Recorded on27 May 2020
Typical for 2003 Yamaha Virago12,142 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ03 BBV
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 May 2020 37,749 miles

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

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 20 Nov 2018 37,616 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2015 37,589 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 30,835 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

screw in rear tyre

Pass 20 Dec 2013 25,201 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2013 25,102 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

advise clutch lever hard to opperate

Pass 22 Dec 2012 20,409 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 17,813 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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FJ03 BBV is a 2003 Yamaha Virago in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 FJ03 BBV, 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 FJ03 BBV registered?

FJ03 BBV is a 2003 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 1 May 2003.

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The MOT history for FJ03 BBV shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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