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GDE 208X

1982 Yamaha Virago

Black Petrol 920cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

37,951 mi
Last recorded37,951 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2014
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGDE 208X
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine920cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2014 37,951 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 2 Aug 2013 37,713 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 20 Jul 2012 37,583 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 11 Jun 2011 37,264 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 11 Jun 2011 37,264 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 11 Jun 2010 36,703 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 11 Jul 2009 36,664 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 3 Jun 2008 35,943 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 19 May 2007 34,912 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 20 May 2006 33,804 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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GDE 208X is a 1982 Yamaha Virago in Black with a 920cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 GDE 208X, 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 44 years old, this Yamaha Virago is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GDE 208X registered?

GDE 208X is a 1982 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is GDE 208X safe to buy?

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