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LW52 CTV

2003 Yamaha Virago

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

21,308 mi
Last recorded21,308 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2018
Typical for 2003 Yamaha Virago12,142 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLW52 CTV
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2018 21,308 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2017 20,216 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

clutch cable has frayed wires

reg plate damaged but not likely to be misread

Fail 24 Jul 2017 20,216 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride sprocket lock nuts loose (6.2.1h)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride brake reaction bar locking device missing (6.2.1h)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

clutch cable has frayed wires

reg plate damaged but not likely to be misread

Pass 24 Jun 2016 18,572 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 17,189 miles

Exhaust system has slight leak

Fail 17 Jul 2015 17,179 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

exhaust has slight leak

Pass 2 Jun 2014 16,000 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 31 May 2013 13,230 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2012 12,134 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 16 Feb 2011 11,042 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2007 11,000 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 10,679 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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LW52 CTV is a 2003 Yamaha Virago in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 LW52 CTV, 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 LW52 CTV registered?

LW52 CTV is a 2003 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 1 August 2003.

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