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K140 KWU

1993 Yamaha Virago

Black Petrol 1063cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

16,392 mi
Last recorded16,392 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2023
Typical for 1993 Yamaha Virago17,692 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK140 KWU
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,063cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2023 16,392 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2022 16,338 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Apr 2021 16,338 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 May 2018 16,638 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 15,879 miles
Fail 6 May 2017 15,879 miles

Rear Brake locking device missing split pin missing from torque arm (3.2.A1e)

Pass 10 Aug 2016 16,338 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 May 2014 16,220 miles
Fail 4 May 2013 15,731 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 4 May 2013 15,731 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 15,340 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 2 Apr 2010 15,068 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 14,168 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 11,624 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 7,334 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 6,298 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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K140 KWU is a 1993 Yamaha Virago in Black with a 1,063cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 K140 KWU, 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 K140 KWU registered?

K140 KWU is a 1993 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 6 May 1993.

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The MOT history for K140 KWU shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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