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G953 UHW

1989 Yamaha Virago

Blue Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2014
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

21,162 mi
Last recorded21,162 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2013
Typical for 1989 Yamaha Virago27,609 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG953 UHW
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2013 21,162 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 9 Aug 2012 21,022 miles

boath front brake hoses covered in chrome rap tape

Pass 9 Sep 2009 20,901 miles

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 25 Jul 2008 20,755 miles

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 24 Jul 2008 20,748 miles

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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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G953 UHW is a 1989 Yamaha Virago in Blue with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 G953 UHW, 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 G953 UHW registered?

G953 UHW is a 1989 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 1 September 1989.

Is G953 UHW safe to buy?

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