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J392 RAV

1992 Yamaha Virago

Red Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2023
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

18,212 mi
Last recorded18,212 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2022
Typical for 1992 Yamaha Virago21,302 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ392 RAV
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2022 18,212 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Jul 2021 17,851 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 24 Jul 2021 17,851 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Sep 2019 17,777 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Sep 2018 17,416 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2017 13,734 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey leaking from weld (7.1.1b)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 30 Aug 2014 11,978 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2014 11,978 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 6 Aug 2012 10,421 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 7,035 miles

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

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

Offside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 7 Aug 2010 5,897 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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J392 RAV is a 1992 Yamaha Virago in Red with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 J392 RAV, 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 J392 RAV registered?

J392 RAV is a 1992 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 11 January 1992.

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