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M61 GAM

1995 Yamaha Virago

Blue Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2016
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

14,349 mi
Last recorded14,349 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2015
Typical for 1995 Yamaha Virago16,500 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM61 GAM
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2015 14,349 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2015 14,349 miles

Front Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 22 Mar 2014 14,272 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2013 14,261 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2013 14,261 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Fail 13 Mar 2012 14,180 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 13 Mar 2012 14,180 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 133,313 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2011 133,313 miles

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

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Fail 15 Mar 2010 12,506 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 15 Mar 2010 12,506 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 10,854 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 15 Mar 2008 9,987 miles

Front Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 15 Mar 2008 9,987 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 6,338 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 9 May 2006 6,338 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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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M61 GAM is a 1995 Yamaha Virago in Blue with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 M61 GAM, 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 M61 GAM registered?

M61 GAM is a 1995 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 20 May 1995.

Is M61 GAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for M61 GAM shows 16 tests with a 56.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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