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K129 ADB

1993 Yamaha Virago

Red Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

21,077 mi
Last recorded21,077 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2019
Typical for 1993 Yamaha Virago17,692 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK129 ADB
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2019 21,077 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2019 21,076 miles

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Handlebar mounting insecure (2.2.1 (a) (i))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Position lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Stop lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 26 May 2018 20,290 miles
Fail 15 May 2018 20,186 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Unable to start bike to test for exhaust leaks and noise.

Pass 16 Jul 2016 19,186 miles

Exhaust noise bordering on excessive.

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

No front mudguard fitted.

Fail 16 Jul 2016 19,186 miles

Exhaust noise bordering on excessive.

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

No front mudguard fitted.

Pass 30 Jun 2015 17,799 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 17,713 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 17,011 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 16,972 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 16,955 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 16,918 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2009 16,918 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 29 Jul 2008 16,885 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 16,788 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 16,657 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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K129 ADB is a 1993 Yamaha Virago in Red with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1993 Yamaha Virago models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 17,692 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 K129 ADB, 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 33 years old, this Yamaha Virago is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K129 ADB registered?

K129 ADB is a 1993 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 22 May 1993.

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