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M505 SOK

1995 Yamaha Virago

Red Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

13,650 mi
Last recorded13,650 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 1995 Yamaha Virago16,500 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM505 SOK
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 13,650 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2023 13,634 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2023 13,634 miles

Offside Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Feb 2022 12,838 miles

Offside Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2021 12,524 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 11,872 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2019 11,872 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 May 2018 11,472 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 11,380 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 11,349 miles
Fail 23 May 2016 11,349 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 28 Apr 2015 11,313 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 8,914 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 4,031 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 1,860 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2011 1,860 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Pass 2 Jun 2010 1,846 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2010 1,846 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 27 May 2006 1,840 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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M505 SOK is a 1995 Yamaha Virago in Red with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 M505 SOK, 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 M505 SOK registered?

M505 SOK is a 1995 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 17 June 1995.

Is M505 SOK safe to buy?

The MOT history for M505 SOK shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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