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G191 VSP

1991 Yamaha Virago

Black Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

4,261 mi
Last recorded4,261 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2018
Typical for 1991 Yamaha Virago23,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG191 VSP
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2018 4,261 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 3,275 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 May 2016 2,959 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 6 Sep 2014 2,346 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 May 2013 1,976 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Pass 7 Sep 2009 20,044 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2009 20,044 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 21 Aug 2008 19,438 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Fail 21 Aug 2008 19,438 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 1 Aug 2007 56,989 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 56,088 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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G191 VSP is a 1991 Yamaha Virago in Black with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1991 Yamaha Virago models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 23,828 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 G191 VSP, 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 35 years old, this Yamaha Virago is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G191 VSP registered?

G191 VSP is a 1991 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 11 February 1991.

Is G191 VSP safe to buy?

The MOT history for G191 VSP shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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