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L492 UUS

1993 Yamaha Virago

Black Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2022
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

11,929 mi
Last recorded11,929 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2021
Typical for 1993 Yamaha Virago17,692 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL492 UUS
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2021 11,929 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 11,742 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 11,565 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 11,553 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 11,300 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 11,191 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 11,150 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 15 May 2009 9,630 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 13 Jun 2008 9,134 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 13 Jun 2008 9,134 miles

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

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

Pass 29 May 2007 9,077 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2006 7,734 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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L492 UUS is a 1993 Yamaha Virago in Black with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 L492 UUS, 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.

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What year was L492 UUS registered?

L492 UUS is a 1993 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 26 August 1993.

Is L492 UUS safe to buy?

The MOT history for L492 UUS shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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