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M254 UVS

1995 Yamaha Virago

Maroon Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

38,668 mi
Last recorded38,668 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2024
Typical for 1995 Yamaha Virago16,500 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM254 UVS
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1995
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc
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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2024 38,668 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2023 38,188 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2022 38,130 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 41,034 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2021 37,870 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Dec 2017 37,860 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2017 37,860 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 6 Nov 2016 37,694 miles

Exhaust and clamp corroded but not blowing

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly kinked (3.2.B3a)

Pass 13 Jul 2015 37,567 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 14 Jul 2014 37,339 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 7 Jun 2013 36,739 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 25 May 2012 36,569 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 36,046 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 35,683 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 35,442 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2006 35,397 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2006 35,397 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 20 Dec 2005 34,568 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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M254 UVS is a 1995 Yamaha Virago in Maroon with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 M254 UVS, 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 M254 UVS registered?

M254 UVS is a 1995 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 4 April 1995.

Is M254 UVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for M254 UVS shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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