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K870 CPY

1993 Yamaha Virago

Black Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

29,781 mi
Last recorded29,781 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2022
Typical for 1993 Yamaha Virago17,692 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK870 CPY
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2022 29,781 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 29,774 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 29,763 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 29,709 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 29,439 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 28,932 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 28,146 miles

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

slight wear in foot brake pedal bush

Pass 7 Jun 2014 27,513 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 27,488 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 27,480 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 27,420 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2009 26,850 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 17 Apr 2009 26,850 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 25,536 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 25,147 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 24,986 miles
Fail 8 May 2006 24,986 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

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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K870 CPY is a 1993 Yamaha Virago in Black with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 K870 CPY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K870 CPY registered?

K870 CPY is a 1993 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 10 May 1993.

Is K870 CPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for K870 CPY shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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