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T852 SCK

1999 Yamaha Virago

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2025
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

24,507 mi
Last recorded24,507 miles
Recorded on22 May 2024
Typical for 1999 Yamaha Virago17,879 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT852 SCK
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 May 2024 24,507 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2023 22,626 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2022 22,088 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer mounting (6.1.2 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2021 21,956 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust slightly loose silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Mar 2020 21,847 miles

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened swing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Mar 2020 21,847 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened swing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2019 21,216 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2019 21,216 miles

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Pass 19 Mar 2018 21,004 miles

small cracks on rear tyre sidewall.

Pass 22 Mar 2017 20,472 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2017 20,472 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 4 Mar 2016 20,199 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2016 20,199 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 17 Mar 2015 19,258 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 17,971 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 17,873 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 17,051 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 16,112 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 15,226 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 13,401 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 12,239 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2008 12,239 miles

Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 2 Jun 2006 11,912 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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T852 SCK is a 1999 Yamaha Virago in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 T852 SCK, 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 T852 SCK registered?

T852 SCK is a 1999 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 19 July 1999.

Is T852 SCK safe to buy?

The MOT history for T852 SCK shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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