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K473 BSF

1992 Yamaha Virago

Blue Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

23,873 mi
Last recorded23,873 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2017
Typical for 1992 Yamaha Virago21,302 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK473 BSF
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2017 23,873 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 23,391 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 22,550 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2015 22,542 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 10 Mar 2014 22,017 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2013 21,959 miles

Front Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

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

Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

rear mudguard rusting/cracking near rear of pillion seat.mudguard secure at present.

Pass 9 Mar 2013 21,959 miles

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

Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

rear mudguard rusting/cracking near rear of pillion seat.mudguard secure at present.

Pass 3 Mar 2012 21,768 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 21,534 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2011 21,534 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 22 Sep 2009 20,874 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2009 20,870 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Sep 2008 19,561 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2008 19,561 miles

Nearside Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 19 Apr 2007 18,314 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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K473 BSF is a 1992 Yamaha Virago in Blue with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 K473 BSF, 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 K473 BSF registered?

K473 BSF is a 1992 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 8 December 1992.

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