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M589 KCG

1994 Yamaha Virago

Blue Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

24,879 mi
Last recorded24,879 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 1994 Yamaha Virago18,140 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM589 KCG
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 24,879 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2025 24,483 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2024 24,252 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit front tyre (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Mar 2023 23,777 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 22,884 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 21,259 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2020 19,482 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 18,605 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 16,551 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 15,780 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2017 15,777 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 29 Jul 2016 15,774 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2015 15,772 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2014 15,726 miles

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

fuel cap seal cracking

Pass 30 May 2013 15,657 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2012 15,578 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2011 15,752 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2010 15,133 miles

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

Fail 2 Jun 2010 15,133 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Fail 27 May 2010 15,120 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 24 Sep 2008 12,510 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 12,411 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 11,956 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2005 11,354 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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M589 KCG is a 1994 Yamaha Virago in Blue with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 M589 KCG, 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 M589 KCG registered?

M589 KCG is a 1994 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 12 October 1994.

Is M589 KCG safe to buy?

The MOT history for M589 KCG shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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