MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
49,292 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Offside Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
How Reliable is the Yamaha Virago?
Based on 18,852 MOT tests across 1,770 vehicles.
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S518 TVU is a 1998 Yamaha Virago in Red with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.
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 S518 TVU, 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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How do I check the history of S518 TVU?
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What year was S518 TVU registered?
S518 TVU is a 1998 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 14 October 1998.
Is S518 TVU safe to buy?
The MOT history for S518 TVU shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does S518 TVU have outstanding finance?
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