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V640 HKY

1999 Yamaha Virago

Maroon Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2015
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

12,689 mi
Last recorded12,689 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2014
Typical for 1999 Yamaha Virago17,879 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV640 HKY
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1999
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2014 12,689 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2014 12,680 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 10 Jun 2013 2,356 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 12,290 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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V640 HKY is a 1999 Yamaha Virago in Maroon with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 V640 HKY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V640 HKY registered?

V640 HKY is a 1999 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is V640 HKY safe to buy?

The MOT history for V640 HKY shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does V640 HKY have outstanding finance?

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