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N93 XKE

1995 Yamaha Virago

Purple Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

50,088 mi
Last recorded50,088 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2016
Typical for 1995 Yamaha Virago16,500 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN93 XKE
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1995
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc
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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2016 50,088 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Nearside Front indicator mount damaged

Fail 27 Jul 2016 50,088 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Nearside Front indicator mount damaged

Pass 11 Sep 2013 50,030 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 21 Aug 2013 50,030 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 6 Aug 2012 43,995 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 8 Aug 2011 34,912 miles

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

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Fail 6 Aug 2011 34,906 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Pass 5 Aug 2010 28,817 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2010 28,817 miles

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 1 Aug 2009 26,003 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 25,283 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 24,512 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 14,041 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2006 24,035 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (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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N93 XKE is a 1995 Yamaha Virago in Purple with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 N93 XKE, 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 N93 XKE registered?

N93 XKE is a 1995 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 10 August 1995.

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