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H71 HKE

1995 Yamaha Virago

Black Petrol 1063cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

37,430 mi
Last recorded37,430 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2014
Typical for 1995 Yamaha Virago16,500 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH71 HKE
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,063cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2014 37,430 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 37,152 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 36,015 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 34,597 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2011 34,597 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 11 Jun 2009 33,097 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 31,263 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2006 29,969 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2006 29,904 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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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H71 HKE is a 1995 Yamaha Virago in Black with a 1,063cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1995 Yamaha Virago models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 16,500 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 H71 HKE, 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 31 years old, this Yamaha Virago is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was H71 HKE registered?

H71 HKE is a 1995 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 10 February 1995.

Is H71 HKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for H71 HKE shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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