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K973 SBR

1992 Yamaha Virago

Blue Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

4,490 mi
Last recorded4,490 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 1992 Yamaha Virago21,302 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK973 SBR
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 4,490 miles
Pass 23 May 2025 4,381 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2024 4,312 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 4,149 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 3,819 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 3,806 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 3,782 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 3,691 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 3,546 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 3,536 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 3,382 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 3,344 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2013 3,344 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 22 Feb 2010 3,312 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2006 2,914 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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K973 SBR is a 1992 Yamaha Virago in Blue with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 K973 SBR, 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 K973 SBR registered?

K973 SBR is a 1992 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 20 November 1992.

Is K973 SBR safe to buy?

The MOT history for K973 SBR shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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