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J198 PVT

1992 Yamaha Virago

Black Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

50,455 mi
Last recorded50,455 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 1992 Yamaha Virago21,302 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ198 PVT
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 50,455 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2024 50,405 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2023 50,305 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 50,264 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2021 50,127 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2021 50,127 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Jun 2020 49,831 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 49,392 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 48,835 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 48,295 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 47,478 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2016 47,478 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 17 Mar 2015 46,156 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Mar 2014 43,980 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 42,086 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 7 Feb 2012 32,833 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

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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J198 PVT is a 1992 Yamaha Virago in Black with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1992 Yamaha Virago models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 21,302 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 J198 PVT, 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 34 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 J198 PVT registered?

J198 PVT is a 1992 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 15 May 1992.

Is J198 PVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for J198 PVT shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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