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H578 CDL

1990 Yamaha Virago

Blue Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2024
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

19,942 mi
Last recorded19,942 miles
Recorded on24 May 2023
Typical for 1990 Yamaha Virago21,288 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH578 CDL
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 May 2023 19,942 miles
Pass 26 May 2022 19,738 miles

cluch switch wire broken

Fail 24 May 2022 19,738 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Rear Brake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear or maladjustment (1.1.15 (f))

Front Brake caliper has no reserve travel and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (e) (ii)) DANGEROUS

cluch switch wire broken

Pass 3 Jul 2018 19,470 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2018 19,470 miles

Front Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2013 19,447 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 19,417 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2012 19,417 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 12 Jul 2011 19,352 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 18,905 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 11 Jul 2009 18,042 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 12 Jul 2008 17,197 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2007 16,840 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2006 16,530 miles

Front tyre worn close to legal limit

Fail 17 Feb 2006 16,530 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

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

Front and rear brakes noisey in operation

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

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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H578 CDL is a 1990 Yamaha Virago in Blue with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 H578 CDL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H578 CDL registered?

H578 CDL is a 1990 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 21 November 1990.

Is H578 CDL safe to buy?

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