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L983 APD

1994 Yamaha Virago

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

21,619 mi
Last recorded21,619 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2026
Typical for 1994 Yamaha Virago18,140 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL983 APD
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2026 21,619 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2024 20,538 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 Jul 2015 20,490 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 20,413 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 20,349 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 27 Jul 2010 20,300 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Lower Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 22 Jul 2010 20,279 miles

Offside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Lower Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2009 20,129 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 29 May 2008 19,916 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 19,725 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2006 18,162 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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L983 APD is a 1994 Yamaha Virago in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 L983 APD, 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

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What year was L983 APD registered?

L983 APD is a 1994 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 18 July 1994.

Is L983 APD safe to buy?

The MOT history for L983 APD shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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