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M823 ERG

1994 Yamaha Virago

Red Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

13,297 mi
Last recorded13,297 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 1994 Yamaha Virago18,140 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM823 ERG
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 13,297 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2025 11,196 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2024 9,760 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2024 9,760 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Apr 2023 9,323 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2022 8,529 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2021 7,705 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2020 7,583 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2019 6,566 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2018 6,387 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2017 6,184 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2017 6,184 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 16 Apr 2016 5,894 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 5,660 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 5,211 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 4,504 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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M823 ERG is a 1994 Yamaha Virago in Red with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 M823 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.

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What year was M823 ERG registered?

M823 ERG is a 1994 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 8 August 1994.

Is M823 ERG safe to buy?

The MOT history for M823 ERG shows 16 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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