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T403 LAU

1999 Yamaha Virago

Red Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

54,233 mi
Last recorded54,233 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2024
Typical for 1999 Yamaha Virago17,879 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT403 LAU
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2024 54,233 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 25 Jan 2020 54,203 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 51,238 miles

rear mudguard corroded and cracked but temporarily repaired and secure

Pass 29 Mar 2017 48,515 miles

Rear Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 29 Mar 2016 46,278 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 44,049 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 41,306 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))

Pass 27 Mar 2013 38,037 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 34,799 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2012 34,795 miles

Rear Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

no split pin in rear torqe arm

Pass 24 Mar 2011 31,100 miles

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

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

Pass 27 Mar 2010 27,536 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 24,600 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2009 24,600 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Front Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2008 21,744 miles

number plate slightly distorted

Fail 18 Mar 2008 21,710 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

number plate slightly distorted

Pass 26 Mar 2007 18,709 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 15,283 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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T403 LAU is a 1999 Yamaha Virago in Red with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 T403 LAU, 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 T403 LAU registered?

T403 LAU is a 1999 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 1 March 1999.

Is T403 LAU safe to buy?

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