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S743 UVM

1999 Yamaha Virago

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

25,680 mi
Last recorded25,680 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 1999 Yamaha Virago17,879 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS743 UVM
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2025 25,680 miles

Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Jul 2025 25,662 miles

Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Rear Wheel spindle locking device missing (5.2.1 (d))

Stop lamp not working Front And Rear. (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Pass 26 Jul 2024 25,434 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2022 21,234 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 20,332 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 19,677 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil forks (5.3.2 (b))

Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp indicator (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 5 Sep 2016 19,435 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2008 19,039 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 19 Jun 2008 19,039 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 18,194 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 21 Jun 2007 18,194 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 30 May 2006 17,172 miles
Fail 30 May 2006 17,172 miles

Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

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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S743 UVM is a 1999 Yamaha Virago in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1999 Yamaha Virago models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 17,879 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 S743 UVM, 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 27 years old, this Yamaha Virago is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was S743 UVM registered?

S743 UVM is a 1999 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 27 January 1999.

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