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L318 MKX

1994 Yamaha Virago

Red Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

5,150 mi
Last recorded5,150 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 1994 Yamaha Virago18,140 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL318 MKX
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 17 Jun 2026 5,150 miles
Pass 27 May 2025 5,146 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 5,142 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 5,094 miles
Pass 20 May 2022 4,788 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 4,737 miles
Pass 21 May 2020 4,626 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 4,542 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 4,300 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 4,389 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 3,903 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 3,760 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 3,498 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 3,222 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 3,215 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 14 Apr 2011 2,438 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 2,233 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 2,169 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2007 2,130 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 1,790 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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L318 MKX is a 1994 Yamaha Virago in Red with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1994 Yamaha Virago models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 18,140 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 L318 MKX, 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 32 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 L318 MKX registered?

L318 MKX is a 1994 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 4 July 1994.

Is L318 MKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for L318 MKX shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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