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M198 FAE

1995 Yamaha Virago

Red Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2023
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

25,447 mi
Last recorded25,447 miles
Recorded on31 May 2022
Typical for 1995 Yamaha Virago16,500 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM198 FAE
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 31 May 2022 25,447 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 25,445 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 25,400 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 25,390 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 23,697 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 23,022 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2009 22,335 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 21,461 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 20,826 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 17,476 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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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M198 FAE is a 1995 Yamaha Virago in Red with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 M198 FAE, 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 M198 FAE registered?

M198 FAE is a 1995 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 15 May 1995.

Is M198 FAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for M198 FAE shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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