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S801 TVX

1998 Yamaha Virago

Black Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

29,628 mi
Last recorded29,628 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2017
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Virago17,619 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS801 TVX
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2017 29,628 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 3 Nov 2016 28,831 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 27,894 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2015 27,884 miles

Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 13 Nov 2014 26,651 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 16 Aug 2013 25,263 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2013 25,263 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 14 Aug 2012 23,418 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 14 Aug 2012 23,418 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2011 21,544 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 19,769 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 17,992 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

rear mudguard rusted advice replace.

Pass 15 Aug 2008 16,504 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 14,901 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 13,767 miles

Centre Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 17 Aug 2005 12,254 miles

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

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

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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S801 TVX is a 1998 Yamaha Virago in Black with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 S801 TVX, 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 S801 TVX registered?

S801 TVX is a 1998 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 8 September 1998.

Is S801 TVX safe to buy?

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