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K316 VPA

1992 Yamaha Virago

Black Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2011
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

15,364 mi
Last recorded15,364 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2010
Typical for 1992 Yamaha Virago21,302 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK316 VPA
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2010 15,364 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2009 14,938 miles

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

front n/s steering stop damaged.

headlight mounts damaged.

Pass 20 Sep 2008 14,216 miles

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

Fail 17 Sep 2007 12,775 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 17 Sep 2007 12,775 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

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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K316 VPA is a 1992 Yamaha Virago in Black with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 K316 VPA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K316 VPA registered?

K316 VPA is a 1992 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 1 August 1992.

Is K316 VPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for K316 VPA shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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