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K413 KWU

1993 Yamaha Virago

Blue Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

19,709 mi
Last recorded19,709 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 1993 Yamaha Virago17,692 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK413 KWU
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 19,709 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened swing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2025 19,610 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced swing arm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear reaction rod no split pin rear brake

Fail 19 May 2025 19,585 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Motorcycle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced mudguard (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened swing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 May 2024 19,066 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2023 18,579 miles
Pass 7 May 2022 18,496 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 18,260 miles
Pass 22 May 2020 18,023 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2019 17,739 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 17,508 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 17,472 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 17,342 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 17,145 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 17,044 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 16,891 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

near side grip sligtly loose

Pass 21 Jun 2012 16,771 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 16,136 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 15,298 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 14,643 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 13,927 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 6 Jun 2007 13,594 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 13,299 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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K413 KWU is a 1993 Yamaha Virago in Blue with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 K413 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 K413 KWU registered?

K413 KWU is a 1993 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 31 December 1993.

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