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J402 NRP

1992 Yamaha Virago

Green Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

Typical for 1992 Yamaha Virago21,302 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ402 NRP
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1992
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2025
Pass 3 Sep 2021 18,866 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 18,791 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 18,059 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Aug 2015 17,050 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2015 17,048 miles

Front Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Pass 29 May 2014 16,647 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 16,161 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 29 Jun 2012 15,763 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Jun 2011 14,976 miles
Fail 22 May 2011 14,976 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 28 Apr 2010 9,310 miles

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

Rear Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 25 Mar 2009 1,721 miles

Offside Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 25 Mar 2009 1,721 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 23 Aug 2008 1,259 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2005 20,249 miles
Fail 21 May 2005 20,250 miles

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Rear Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded (6.2.1b)

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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J402 NRP is a 1992 Yamaha Virago in Green with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 J402 NRP, 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 J402 NRP registered?

J402 NRP is a 1992 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 20 May 1992.

Is J402 NRP safe to buy?

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