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J579 TNY

1991 Yamaha Virago

Cream Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2020
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,996 mi
Last recorded12,996 miles
Recorded on8 May 2019
Typical for 1991 Yamaha Virago23,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ579 TNY
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1991
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 8 May 2019 12,996 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 11,871 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 11,841 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 11,696 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 11,600 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2010 11,388 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 11,144 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 11,028 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 10,713 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2006 9,930 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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J579 TNY is a 1991 Yamaha Virago in Cream with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 J579 TNY, 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 J579 TNY registered?

J579 TNY is a 1991 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 4 September 1991.

Is J579 TNY safe to buy?

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