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J314 FCD

1991 Yamaha Virago

Black Petrol 1063cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

45,578 mi
Last recorded45,578 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 1991 Yamaha Virago23,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ314 FCD
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,063cc
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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 45,578 miles

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Apr 2025 44,242 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 8 Apr 2025 44,228 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

front tyre slight cracking/perishing

Pass 22 May 2023 44,091 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2022 43,526 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 3 Aug 2020 43,368 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Aug 2019 42,904 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 9 Aug 2019 42,904 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Aug 2016 42,605 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 42,292 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 41,691 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 41,057 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 40,214 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 39,308 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 38,894 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 38,379 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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J314 FCD is a 1991 Yamaha Virago in Black with a 1,063cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 J314 FCD, 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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What year was J314 FCD registered?

J314 FCD is a 1991 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 6 September 1991.

Is J314 FCD safe to buy?

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