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J228 ENN

1992 Yamaha Virago

Grey Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

23,083 mi
Last recorded23,083 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2024
Typical for 1992 Yamaha Virago21,302 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ228 ENN
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1992
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2024 23,083 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 14 Oct 2024 23,079 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Both (4.4.3 (b))

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour Both (4.4.3 (a))

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush Both (5.3.2 (c))

Clutch lever pivot bolt lockout missing

Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2023 22,475 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 20 Jun 2022 22,161 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 20 Jun 2022 22,161 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 5 Jul 2021 21,456 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 24 Jun 2021 21,453 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

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

Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced lower engine bolt (6.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 10 Aug 2018 19,881 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 19,619 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 19,321 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 18,862 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2013 18,652 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 18,446 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 18,088 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 17 Apr 2010 17,682 miles

n/s/f footrest worn

Pass 8 Apr 2009 15,816 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 13,534 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 10,600 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2006 8,597 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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J228 ENN is a 1992 Yamaha Virago in Grey with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 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 J228 ENN, 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.

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What year was J228 ENN registered?

J228 ENN is a 1992 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 30 December 1992.

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