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J561 DRH

1991 Yamaha Virago

Red Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

53,542 mi
Last recorded53,542 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2013
Typical for 1991 Yamaha Virago23,828 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ561 DRH
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2013 53,542 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2012 515,802 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 49,218 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 47,537 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 45,364 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2009 45,301 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Jul 2008 42,439 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2008 42,431 miles

Sidecar front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 11 Jun 2007 39,739 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 37,205 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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J561 DRH is a 1991 Yamaha Virago in Red with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 J561 DRH, 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 J561 DRH registered?

J561 DRH is a 1991 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 9 September 1991.

Is J561 DRH safe to buy?

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