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Y544 PNH

2001 Yamaha Virago

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2016
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

21,133 mi
Last recorded21,133 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2015
Typical for 2001 Yamaha Virago18,601 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY544 PNH
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2015 21,133 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 13 Sep 2014 20,252 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 13 Sep 2014 20,252 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 14 Jun 2013 18,650 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 17,761 miles
Fail 14 May 2012 17,759 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 6 May 2011 13,038 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 24 Dec 2008 9,809 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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Y544 PNH is a 2001 Yamaha Virago in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha Virago models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 18,601 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 Y544 PNH, 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 25 years old, this Yamaha Virago is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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Y544 PNH is a 2001 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 20 March 2001.

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