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L347 PWU

1994 Yamaha Virago

Maroon Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

11,721 mi
Last recorded11,721 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

RegistrationL347 PWU
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1994
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 11,721 miles
Pass 16 May 2025 11,521 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2023 11,477 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 11,378 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2020 11,244 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 10,704 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 2 Jun 2016 10,545 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 9,746 miles

rear tyre side walls are slightly perished

Pass 1 Mar 2013 9,510 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 8,771 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 8,486 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2010 8,468 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 15 Jul 2009 8,031 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 7,751 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 7 Jul 2007 7,363 miles

slight run out on front brake

Pass 3 Jun 2006 7,167 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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L347 PWU is a 1994 Yamaha Virago in Maroon with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 L347 PWU, 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.

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What year was L347 PWU registered?

L347 PWU is a 1994 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is L347 PWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for L347 PWU shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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