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M890 DLP

1995 Yamaha Virago

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

20,315 mi
Last recorded20,315 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 1995 Yamaha Virago16,500 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM890 DLP
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 20,315 miles
Pass 2 May 2025 20,293 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2024 20,231 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 20,060 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2022 19,430 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 17,813 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 17,417 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 17,292 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 17,051 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 16,942 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2016 16,920 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 16,667 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 16,498 miles

Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 4 Sep 2014 16,486 miles

Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 6 Sep 2013 16,150 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 15,640 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2012 15,640 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 7 Sep 2011 15,198 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2011 15,198 miles

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

Rear Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Jun 2010 12,239 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 11,953 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 11,731 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 11,700 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 11,596 miles

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

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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M890 DLP is a 1995 Yamaha Virago in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 M890 DLP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M890 DLP registered?

M890 DLP is a 1995 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 31 December 1995.

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