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M947 VYA

1995 Yamaha Virago

Red Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,033 mi
Last recorded28,033 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2026
Typical for 1995 Yamaha Virago16,500 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM947 VYA
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 17 Aug 2026 28,033 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2025 27,158 miles
Pass 11 May 2024 26,151 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2022 25,441 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 24,480 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 23,241 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 23,185 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2005 22,960 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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M947 VYA is a 1995 Yamaha Virago in Red with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 M947 VYA, 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 M947 VYA registered?

M947 VYA is a 1995 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 24 April 1995.

Is M947 VYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for M947 VYA shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does M947 VYA have outstanding finance?

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