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K233 UEL

1992 Yamaha Virago

Red Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

53,498 mi
Last recorded53,498 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2019
Typical for 1992 Yamaha Virago21,302 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK233 UEL
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2019 53,498 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 53,490 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2018 53,490 miles

Horn control not functioning. (1.7.2b)

Horn control not functioning. Cleaned out with WD40 (1.7.2b)

Pass 2 May 2017 53,484 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn Front disc starting to wear. (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 25 Apr 2017 53,484 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Clutch lever shortened so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn Front disc starting to wear. (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 9 May 2016 51,696 miles
Fail 9 May 2016 51,696 miles

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Pass 13 May 2015 42,952 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2014 42,906 miles

Front suspension spring worn but not seriously weakened (2.3.2b)

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 2 Apr 2013 42,899 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

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

pass light not working

Pass 12 Mar 2007 40,774 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2006 404,702 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 10 Apr 2006 404,702 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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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K233 UEL 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 69.2%.

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 K233 UEL, 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 K233 UEL registered?

K233 UEL is a 1992 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 1 August 1992.

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