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G281 EKV

1989 Yamaha Virago

Black Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

35,168 mi
Last recorded35,168 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 1989 Yamaha Virago27,609 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG281 EKV
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 35,168 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2024 35,126 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2023 35,071 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2022 35,053 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 35,034 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2020 35,003 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 34,835 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 34,402 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 34,327 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 34,225 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.5mm (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 14 May 2016 34,225 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.5mm (4.1.3(ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 2 May 2015 34,050 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 33,822 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 33,474 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 33,329 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2011 33,085 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 32,384 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 30,796 miles
Fail 5 May 2009 30,796 miles

Front Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 10 Apr 2008 28,370 miles

Dummy fuel tank cutting into wiring loom

Fail 10 Apr 2008 28,370 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Dummy fuel tank cutting into wiring loom

Pass 6 Apr 2007 26,700 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2006 25,549 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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G281 EKV is a 1989 Yamaha Virago in Black with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 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 G281 EKV, 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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What year was G281 EKV registered?

G281 EKV is a 1989 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is G281 EKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for G281 EKV shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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