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M230 BMA

1995 Yamaha Virago

Green Petrol 1063cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

25,224 mi
Last recorded25,224 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2007
Typical for 1995 Yamaha Virago16,500 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM230 BMA
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,063cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2007 25,224 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 25,099 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2006 25,099 miles

Brake pedal insecure (3.1.2a)

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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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M230 BMA is a 1995 Yamaha Virago in Green with a 1,063cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 M230 BMA, 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 M230 BMA registered?

M230 BMA is a 1995 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is M230 BMA safe to buy?

The MOT history for M230 BMA shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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