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L46 JCY

1994 Yamaha Virago

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests26 (22 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

23,523 mi
Last recorded23,523 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 1994 Yamaha Virago18,140 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL46 JCY
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

22 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 23,523 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 14 Mar 2025 23,476 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 14 Mar 2025 23,476 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2024 23,350 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 23,123 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 22,870 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2021 22,556 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 22 Apr 2020 22,378 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 22,160 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 22,012 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2018 22,012 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Mar 2018 21,930 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2018 21,930 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on side light (1.1.3a)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 17 Jun 2017 21,180 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 17,943 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2016 17,943 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 10 Aug 2015 17,762 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 17,417 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 16,287 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 15,735 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 14,739 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 14,610 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 14,602 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 14,508 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 14,366 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 14,235 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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L46 JCY is a 1994 Yamaha Virago in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 L46 JCY, 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

How do I check the history of L46 JCY?

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What year was L46 JCY registered?

L46 JCY is a 1994 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 16 March 1994.

Is L46 JCY safe to buy?

The MOT history for L46 JCY shows 26 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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