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G823 YBW

1990 Yamaha Virago

Blue Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

24,284 mi
Last recorded24,284 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2020
Typical for 1990 Yamaha Virago21,288 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG823 YBW
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2020 24,284 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 2 May 2019 24,264 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2015 24,119 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 30 Mar 2015 24,119 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2014 23,520 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 24 Apr 2014 23,520 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 22,921 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 22,438 miles

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2010 22,222 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 22,046 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 21,242 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 17 May 2008 21,242 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 5 May 2007 19,826 miles
Fail 5 May 2007 19,826 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.3)

Front Brake performance not tested (3.3)

Offside Front Brake performance not tested (3.3)

Offside Front Brake performance not tested (3.3)

Pass 12 May 2006 18,211 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2006 18,211 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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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G823 YBW is a 1990 Yamaha Virago in Blue with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 G823 YBW, 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 G823 YBW registered?

G823 YBW is a 1990 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 9 May 1990.

Is G823 YBW safe to buy?

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