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H597 XYN

1990 Yamaha Virago

Purple Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

21,513 mi
Last recorded21,513 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2023
Typical for 1990 Yamaha Virago21,288 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH597 XYN
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1990
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2023 21,513 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Pass 17 Jan 2019 21,511 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2019 21,511 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jun 2017 21,244 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 20,001 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 19,884 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 29 Apr 2014 18,692 miles

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

Outer Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 21 Mar 2013 18,688 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2012 18,667 miles

Centre Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 22 Feb 2012 18,667 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 18,663 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 18,628 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 18,539 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 18,477 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 18,205 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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H597 XYN is a 1990 Yamaha Virago in Purple with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 H597 XYN, 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 H597 XYN registered?

H597 XYN is a 1990 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 7 August 1990.

Is H597 XYN safe to buy?

The MOT history for H597 XYN shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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