MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
26,112 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
How Reliable is the Yamaha Virago?
Based on 18,852 MOT tests across 1,770 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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K279 OHW is a 1993 Yamaha Virago in Blue with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.
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 K279 OHW, 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 K279 OHW registered?
K279 OHW is a 1993 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 18 June 1993.
Is K279 OHW safe to buy?
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