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J312 EAG

1991 Yamaha Virago

Red Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

41,117 mi
Last recorded41,117 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2016
Typical for 1991 Yamaha Virago23,828 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ312 EAG
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2016 41,117 miles

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

rear rack loose, mounting bolts missing

Fail 20 Jul 2016 41,080 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Steering movement excessively rough with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

rear rack loose, mounting bolts missing

Pass 27 Aug 2014 38,241 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 22 Aug 2013

Rear Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Fail 22 Aug 2013 36,834 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 24 Aug 2012 35,901 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 35,892 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

front and rear wheel rims and spokes appear very rusty

Pass 24 Jun 2009 35,542 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 34,097 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 33,616 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2008 33,616 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 16 Apr 2007 31,805 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 31,664 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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J312 EAG is a 1991 Yamaha Virago in Red with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1991 Yamaha Virago models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 23,828 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 J312 EAG, 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 35 years old, this Yamaha Virago is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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J312 EAG is a 1991 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 1 August 1991.

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