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J274 HYJ

1992 Yamaha Virago

Blue Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2025
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

12,345 mi
Last recorded12,345 miles
Recorded on13 May 2024
Typical for 1992 Yamaha Virago21,302 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ274 HYJ
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2024 12,345 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2022 12,339 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2022 12,339 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Aug 2021 12,243 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2019 12,215 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 12,118 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2017 12,037 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 11,921 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 3 Oct 2015 11,608 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 11,370 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 11,192 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 10,902 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 10,703 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 10,591 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 10,416 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 10,300 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 19 Jul 2007 10,087 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 9,831 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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J274 HYJ is a 1992 Yamaha Virago in Blue with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 J274 HYJ, 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 J274 HYJ registered?

J274 HYJ is a 1992 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 18 May 1992.

Is J274 HYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for J274 HYJ shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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