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J651 REA

1992 Yamaha Virago

Red Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

28,640 mi
Last recorded28,640 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2016
Typical for 1992 Yamaha Virago21,302 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ651 REA
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2016 28,640 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 28,087 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 26,631 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 24,880 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Fail 17 Jul 2013 24,880 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Pass 30 Jul 2012 23,205 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 21,387 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2010 19,708 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 18,593 miles

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 1 Aug 2008 16,817 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Pass 4 Jun 2007 16,131 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2007 16,131 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 29 May 2006 15,906 miles

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

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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J651 REA is a 1992 Yamaha Virago in Red with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 J651 REA, 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 J651 REA registered?

J651 REA is a 1992 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 15 June 1992.

Is J651 REA safe to buy?

The MOT history for J651 REA shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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