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L886 NYA

1993 Yamaha Virago

Blue Petrol 1063cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

25,933 mi
Last recorded25,933 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 1993 Yamaha Virago17,692 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL886 NYA
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,063cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 25,933 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2025 25,885 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Front tyre 2.5mm Legal limit 1mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Apr 2023 25,440 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2022 25,370 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2020 25,077 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2019 24,548 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 24,337 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 23,411 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 22,703 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 22,703 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 21,806 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 21,003 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 20,452 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 19,912 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 18,926 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 18,624 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2007 18,580 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 22 Sep 2007 18,580 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2006 18,020 miles

front disc pads n/s & o/s thickness 3.0mm!

Pass 28 Sep 2005 17,446 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2005 17,438 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

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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L886 NYA is a 1993 Yamaha Virago in Blue with a 1,063cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 L886 NYA, 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 L886 NYA?

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What year was L886 NYA registered?

L886 NYA is a 1993 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 18 August 1993.

Is L886 NYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for L886 NYA shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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