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J987 NFL

1991 Yamaha Virago

Black Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

20,563 mi
Last recorded20,563 miles
Recorded on16 May 2025
Typical for 1991 Yamaha Virago23,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ987 NFL
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc
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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2025 20,563 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Apr 2015 20,366 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 19,367 miles

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 25 Feb 2013 18,428 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 17,298 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Aug 2011 17,224 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 16,974 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 16,950 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2009 16,850 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2008 16,717 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 16,375 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 16,231 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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J987 NFL is a 1991 Yamaha Virago in Black with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 J987 NFL, 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 J987 NFL registered?

J987 NFL is a 1991 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 5 September 1991.

Is J987 NFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for J987 NFL shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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