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L825 MYC

1993 Yamaha Virago

Black Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Dec 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

16,433 mi
Last recorded16,433 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 1993 Yamaha Virago17,692 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL825 MYC
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc
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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 16,433 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 16,417 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 16,397 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 16,327 miles
Fail 22 May 2014 16,325 miles

Centre Front Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 29 Mar 2012 16,244 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Fail 26 Mar 2012 16,244 miles

Rear Brake cable badly frayed (3.2.A1b)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

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

Pass 23 Mar 2011 15,678 miles

Rear Brake cable slightly frayed (3.2.A1b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 19 Mar 2011 15,678 miles

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear Brake cable slightly frayed (3.2.A1b)

Pass 17 Mar 2010 14,517 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 13,017 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 11,849 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2008 11,849 miles

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

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Feb 2007 10,359 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2006 8,880 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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L825 MYC is a 1993 Yamaha Virago in Black with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 L825 MYC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of L825 MYC?

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What year was L825 MYC registered?

L825 MYC is a 1993 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 6 December 1993.

Is L825 MYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for L825 MYC shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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