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M261 VBM

1995 Yamaha Virago

Red Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

27,001 mi
Last recorded27,001 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2014
Typical for 1995 Yamaha Virago16,500 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM261 VBM
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2014 27,001 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 24,523 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 22,985 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2011 20,855 miles

Front Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Pass 10 Mar 2011 20,855 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 19,150 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 15,435 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 12,991 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 13 Mar 2007 11,242 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2006 9,065 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

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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M261 VBM is a 1995 Yamaha Virago in Red with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 M261 VBM, 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 M261 VBM registered?

M261 VBM is a 1995 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 4 April 1995.

Is M261 VBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for M261 VBM shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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