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WA03 VWJ

2003 Yamaha Virago

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Yamaha Virago12,142 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA03 VWJ
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2018

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 17 Sep 2018

Front Brake hose excessively stretched (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pedal not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected (1.1.2 (b) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 1 Sep 2017 21,026 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 19,661 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 13,990 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 10,933 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Fail 2 Mar 2012 8,976 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 2 Mar 2012 8,976 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 6,923 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 5,119 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2010 5,119 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front 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))

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

exhaust clamp broken. exhaust not blowing

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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WA03 VWJ is a 2003 Yamaha Virago in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha Virago models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 12,142 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 WA03 VWJ, 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 23 years old, this Yamaha Virago is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WA03 VWJ registered?

WA03 VWJ is a 2003 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 6 June 2003.

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