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G368 YFE

1990 Yamaha Virago

Black Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2016
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

20,537 mi
Last recorded20,537 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2017
Typical for 1990 Yamaha Virago21,288 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG368 YFE
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Fail 28 Feb 2017 20,537 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Steering lock stop ineffective handlebars foul tank(both sides) (2.1.3)

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m) DANGEROUS

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies rear light brighter than stop lamp (1.3.1a) DANGEROUS

Tyre is unsuitable underinflated (4.1.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Nov 2015 17,610 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 20 Jul 2011 17,506 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2011 17,506 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Fail 10 Jun 2010 17,407 miles

Brake lever cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.3.5a)

Rear position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 10 Jun 2010 17,407 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 16,778 miles
Fail 5 May 2009 16,778 miles

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 7 May 2008 16,628 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 15,894 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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G368 YFE is a 1990 Yamaha Virago in Black with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1990 Yamaha Virago models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 21,288 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 G368 YFE, 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 36 years old, this Yamaha Virago is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G368 YFE registered?

G368 YFE is a 1990 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 5 July 1990.

Is G368 YFE safe to buy?

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