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J841 ANW

1991 Yamaha Virago

Cream Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

35,095 mi
Last recorded35,095 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 1991 Yamaha Virago23,828 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ841 ANW
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1991
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 35,095 miles
Pass 23 May 2025 33,474 miles
Fail 17 May 2025 33,490 miles

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Front Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 May 2024 32,694 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2023 32,480 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 32,061 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded spokes rusted (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess spokes rusted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 10 Aug 2020 32,061 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded spokes rusted (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess spokes rusted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2017 31,985 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2016 31,937 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 31,692 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 31,665 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 31,265 miles

wheel spokes slightly corroded

Pass 15 Jun 2012 30,698 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 30,526 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 30,275 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 29,880 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 29,565 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 29,411 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2007 29,373 miles

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

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

Nearside Steering lock stop maladjusted (2.1.3)

Pass 19 May 2006 28,192 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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J841 ANW is a 1991 Yamaha Virago in Cream with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 J841 ANW, 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 J841 ANW registered?

J841 ANW is a 1991 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 1 November 1991.

Is J841 ANW safe to buy?

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