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M162 XYA

1995 Yamaha Virago

Black Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

38,715 mi
Last recorded38,715 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 1995 Yamaha Virago16,500 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM162 XYA
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 38,715 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 18 Aug 2025 38,709 miles

Front Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Fuel tank insecure oil tank n/s (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Indicator switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

tires underinflated

Pass 1 Apr 2022 38,683 miles

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 25 Mar 2022 38,683 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition Baffle missing (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2021 38,672 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2020 38,535 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 36,296 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 28 Jul 2012 32,449 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 32,223 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 31,575 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2010 31,575 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 23 Jul 2009 30,895 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 18 Mar 2008 29,212 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2008 29,212 miles

Front Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Fail 21 Feb 2007 29,192 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 21 Feb 2007 29,192 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 43,387 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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M162 XYA is a 1995 Yamaha Virago in Black with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 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 M162 XYA, 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.

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What year was M162 XYA registered?

M162 XYA is a 1995 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 1 April 1995.

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