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M76 FCN

1994 Yamaha Virago

Blue Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

22,569 mi
Last recorded22,569 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 1994 Yamaha Virago18,140 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM76 FCN
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 22,569 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 14 Jun 2024 21,984 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 3 Jun 2024 21,813 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 15 Jun 2023 19,381 miles

Rear Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Jun 2023 19,380 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2022 18,547 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2022 18,547 miles

Central Front Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling Front wheel out of alignment with top yolk and bars (2.4 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak Left front fork seal leaking fluid (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak Right front fork seal leaking fluid (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Oct 2020 17,880 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 24 May 2019 16,222 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Minor leak of exhaust gases at silencer collector box (6.1.2 (a))

Front Forks slightly corroded Fork legs slightly pitted (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Wheel corroded but not to excess Wheel rim corroded (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded Wheel spokes corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort Roller brake tester indicates a slight fluctuation in rear brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess Wheel rim corroded (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded Wheel spokes corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Fail 22 May 2019 16,221 miles

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Minor leak of exhaust gases at silencer collector box (6.1.2 (a))

Front Forks slightly corroded Fork legs slightly pitted (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Wheel corroded but not to excess Wheel rim corroded (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded Wheel spokes corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort Roller brake tester indicates a slight fluctuation in rear brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess Wheel rim corroded (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded Wheel spokes corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 31 May 2018 14,908 miles

Steering head bearings notchy

Fail 31 May 2018 14,908 miles

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

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Steering head bearings notchy

Pass 27 Apr 2017 14,652 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 6 May 2016 14,421 miles

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Fail 30 Apr 2016 14,409 miles

Front Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Perished (4.1.2a(ii))

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

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

Pass 2 May 2015 14,121 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 13,766 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2014 13,766 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 2 May 2013 13,709 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2006 13,611 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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M76 FCN is a 1994 Yamaha Virago in Blue with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 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 M76 FCN, 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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M76 FCN is a 1994 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 15 August 1994.

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