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H583 GBJ

1991 Yamaha Virago

Red Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

23,830 mi
Last recorded23,830 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 1991 Yamaha Virago23,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH583 GBJ
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 23,830 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2025 22,475 miles
Pass 7 May 2024 21,579 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 20,799 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2022 20,538 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 20,216 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 31 Aug 2019 19,925 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 19,335 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 18,241 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 17,174 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 17,040 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 16,144 miles

reg plate damaged but unlikely to be misread

Fail 21 Aug 2014 16,144 miles

Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

reg plate damaged but unlikely to be misread

Pass 23 Aug 2013 15,766 miles

Creaking noise from front brake master cylinder. Functions correctly.

Pass 20 Aug 2012 15,404 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 15,262 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 14,849 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2010 14,849 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Aug 2009 14,160 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 13,616 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2007 13,233 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 12,905 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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H583 GBJ is a 1991 Yamaha Virago in Red with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1991 Yamaha Virago models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 23,828 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 H583 GBJ, 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 35 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 H583 GBJ registered?

H583 GBJ is a 1991 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 8 March 1991.

Is H583 GBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for H583 GBJ shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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