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M121 VMF

1995 Yamaha Virago

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

15,248 mi
Last recorded15,248 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 1995 Yamaha Virago16,500 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM121 VMF
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 15,248 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2025 15,082 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2021 14,696 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 14,570 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2016 14,516 miles

slight cracking to rear tyre side walls

Pass 4 Sep 2014 14,403 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2014 14,403 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Pass 16 Feb 2007 14,393 miles

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

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Front tyre speed rating is only 62mph!

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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M121 VMF is a 1995 Yamaha Virago in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1995 Yamaha Virago models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 16,500 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 M121 VMF, 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 31 years old, this Yamaha Virago is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M121 VMF registered?

M121 VMF is a 1995 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 28 March 1995.

Is M121 VMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for M121 VMF shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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