MOT Status
ValidMileage
25,680 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
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))
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))
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)
Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
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)
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.
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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.
Is S743 UVM safe to buy?
The MOT history for S743 UVM shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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