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R391 LCA

1998 Yamaha Virago

Black Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2017
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,438 mi
Last recorded7,438 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2016
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Virago17,619 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR391 LCA
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 1 Apr 2016 7,438 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 7,252 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 7,075 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2010 7,057 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2009 7,056 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 6,378 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 4,657 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2006 1,262 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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R391 LCA is a 1998 Yamaha Virago in Black with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha Virago models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 17,619 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 R391 LCA, 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 28 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 R391 LCA registered?

R391 LCA is a 1998 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 9 April 1998.

Is R391 LCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R391 LCA 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 R391 LCA have outstanding finance?

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