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M748 ERG

1994 Yamaha Virago

Multi-colour Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

54,318 mi
Last recorded54,318 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 1994 Yamaha Virago18,140 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM748 ERG
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1994
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 54,318 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2024 54,251 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2023 53,868 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2021 53,186 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2020 52,650 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 52,270 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 23 May 2018 51,682 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 50,933 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 49,641 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 47,113 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 44,004 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 41,480 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 37,578 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2010 34,007 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 31,107 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 30,337 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 28,017 miles
Fail 2 May 2006 25,777 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2006 25,777 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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M748 ERG is a 1994 Yamaha Virago in Multi-colour with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 M748 ERG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M748 ERG registered?

M748 ERG is a 1994 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 13 September 1994.

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The MOT history for M748 ERG shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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