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M472 OAW

1995 Yamaha Virago

Blue Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

26,135 mi
Last recorded26,135 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 1995 Yamaha Virago16,500 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM472 OAW
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 26,135 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2024 25,741 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2023 25,580 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 25,398 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 25,096 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 24,831 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 24,307 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 24,278 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 23,917 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 23,619 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 8 Mar 2015 22,782 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 20,782 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2013 20,781 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 2 Aug 2013 20,781 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 20,576 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 20,169 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2011 20,147 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 9 Jul 2010 19,684 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 18,914 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 17,215 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 16,923 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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M472 OAW is a 1995 Yamaha Virago in Blue with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 M472 OAW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M472 OAW registered?

M472 OAW is a 1995 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 1 January 1995.

Is M472 OAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for M472 OAW shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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