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N837 WGR

1995 Yamaha Virago

Turquoise Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Dec 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

14,445 mi
Last recorded14,445 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2025
Typical for 1995 Yamaha Virago16,500 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN837 WGR
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1995
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2025 14,445 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2023 14,170 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 14,017 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 13,705 miles

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 8 Aug 2019 13,065 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 12,842 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 12,691 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2006 11,981 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2006 11,963 miles

Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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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N837 WGR is a 1995 Yamaha Virago in Turquoise with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 N837 WGR, 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 N837 WGR registered?

N837 WGR is a 1995 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is N837 WGR safe to buy?

The MOT history for N837 WGR shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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