MOT Status
ValidMileage
35,124 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))
Front Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))
Horn not working (7.7 (a))
Horn not working not working with lights on (7.7 (a) (ii))
Horn not working not working with lights on (7.7 (a) (ii))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Nail in tyre ()
Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Front Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Front Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a) DANGEROUS
Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a) DANGEROUS
Offside Front Brake hose fouling (3.2.B3b) DANGEROUS
How Reliable is the Yamaha Virago?
Based on 18,852 MOT tests across 1,770 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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M171 MOE is a 1994 Yamaha Virago in Red with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.
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 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 M171 MOE, 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.
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What year was M171 MOE registered?
M171 MOE is a 1994 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 24 October 1994.
Is M171 MOE safe to buy?
The MOT history for M171 MOE shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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