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M874 BJC

1996 Yamaha Virago

Green Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2016
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

27,939 mi
Last recorded27,939 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2015
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Virago14,844 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM874 BJC
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2015 27,939 miles

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

Fail 15 Jun 2015 27,939 miles

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

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 4 Sep 2013 27,805 miles

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

Fail 20 Aug 2013 27,776 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

Pass 13 Aug 2012 26,852 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 3 Aug 2011 21,335 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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M874 BJC is a 1996 Yamaha Virago in Green with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha Virago models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 14,844 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 M874 BJC, 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 30 years old, this Yamaha Virago is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M874 BJC registered?

M874 BJC is a 1996 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 29 October 1996.

Is M874 BJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for M874 BJC shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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