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M785 LPF

1995 Yamaha Virago

Red Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

45,823 mi
Last recorded45,823 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2025
Typical for 1995 Yamaha Virago16,500 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM785 LPF
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2025 45,823 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 45,796 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2022 45,583 miles

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Apr 2021 45,093 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 44,239 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 43,363 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 41,202 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 41,022 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2012 40,750 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2012 40,750 miles

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

Fail 8 Mar 2011 39,021 miles

Front Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Pass 8 Mar 2011 39,021 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2010 37,849 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 36,536 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2006 35,549 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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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M785 LPF is a 1995 Yamaha Virago in Red with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 M785 LPF, 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 M785 LPF registered?

M785 LPF is a 1995 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 24 March 1995.

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