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M556 PKL

1994 Yamaha Virago

Blue Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

21,708 mi
Last recorded21,708 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2023
Typical for 1994 Yamaha Virago18,140 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM556 PKL
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2023 21,708 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2021 20,695 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Aug 2019 18,725 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 30 Aug 2019 18,725 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 5 Mar 2018 18,477 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 15 May 2017 18,281 miles
Fail 15 May 2017 18,281 miles

Fuel cap does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.2b)

Pass 4 Apr 2016 17,916 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated Collector box rusty and repaired (7.1.1a)

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

Front tyre cracking and the sidewall.

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 21 May 2015 17,294 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 16,972 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 16,331 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 16,177 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 16,055 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 16,003 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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M556 PKL is a 1994 Yamaha Virago in Blue with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1994 Yamaha Virago models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 18,140 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 M556 PKL, 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 32 years old, this Yamaha Virago is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M556 PKL registered?

M556 PKL is a 1994 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 10 November 1994.

Is M556 PKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for M556 PKL shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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