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HNZ 4789

1995 Yamaha Virago

Blue Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

1,100 mi
Last recorded1,100 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 1995 Yamaha Virago16,500 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHNZ 4789
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 1,100 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 May 2009 3,292 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2008 3,104 miles
Fail 12 May 2008 3,095 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 11 May 2007 2,393 miles
Fail 13 May 2006 1,885 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)

Pass 13 May 2006 1,885 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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HNZ 4789 is a 1995 Yamaha Virago in Blue with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 HNZ 4789, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HNZ 4789 registered?

HNZ 4789 is a 1995 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is HNZ 4789 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HNZ 4789 shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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