MOT Status
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49,278 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
Central Rear Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Central Rear Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Front Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)
Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)
Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Wheel spoke excessively bent (4.2.1b)
Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
How Reliable is the Yamaha Virago?
Based on 18,852 MOT tests across 1,770 vehicles.
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M283 SRE is a 1995 Yamaha Virago in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
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 M283 SRE, 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 M283 SRE registered?
M283 SRE is a 1995 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 27 February 1995.
Is M283 SRE safe to buy?
The MOT history for M283 SRE shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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