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S148 TUJ

1998 Yamaha Virago

Red Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

46,936 mi
Last recorded46,936 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Virago17,619 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS148 TUJ
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 46,936 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2025 46,788 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Sep 2024 46,723 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2024 46,723 miles

Horn not working loose connection (7.7 (a))

Pass 10 Aug 2023 46,695 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Jun 2022 45,752 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2022 45,752 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 9 Mar 2021 40,922 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 40,595 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 40,313 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Mar 2018 39,579 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 38,010 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2017 38,007 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2015 37,999 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 37,757 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 22 Aug 2013 34,218 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 29,063 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 24,362 miles

both front rubber gaiters split on front forks

Pass 10 Aug 2010 20,668 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2010 20,668 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 5 Aug 2009 16,553 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 15,687 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 12,695 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 10,414 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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S148 TUJ is a 1998 Yamaha Virago in Red with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 S148 TUJ, 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.

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What year was S148 TUJ registered?

S148 TUJ is a 1998 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 3 November 1998.

Is S148 TUJ safe to buy?

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