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LF03 MWN

2003 Yamaha Virago

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2023
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

38,469 mi
Last recorded38,469 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2022
Typical for 2003 Yamaha Virago12,142 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF03 MWN
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2022 38,469 miles

Rear brake lever return stop damaged

Fail 22 Mar 2022 38,469 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear brake lever return stop damaged

Pass 10 Jun 2021 37,723 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Jul 2019 26,610 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 24,093 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 23 Jun 2018 24,093 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Jan 2017 23,719 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2015 18,260 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2015 18,260 miles

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 3 Sep 2014 11,526 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 11,252 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2013 11,252 miles

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 3 Sep 2012 10,514 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 28 Jul 2011 9,243 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 28 Sep 2010 8,886 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2009 6,523 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 31 Oct 2009 6,523 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Nearside Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h) DANGEROUS

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 20 Oct 2009 6,441 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 8 Nov 2008 5,097 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2007 4,550 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 4,175 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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LF03 MWN is a 2003 Yamaha Virago in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha Virago models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 12,142 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 LF03 MWN, 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 23 years old, this Yamaha Virago is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LF03 MWN registered?

LF03 MWN is a 2003 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 1 May 2003.

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