1990 Yamaha Virago MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Virago models manufactured in 1990, based on 490 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
This page shows all Virago cars tested in 1990. Want to see how cars built in 1990 hold up over time?
View 1990 Yamaha Virago vintage page → (75.8% current pass rate)1990 Yamaha Virago MOT Analysis
The 1990 Yamaha Virago has an MOT pass rate of 76.5% based on 490 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 24,292 miles on the odometer. With a 23.5% failure rate, the 1990 Virago is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1990 Yamaha Virago is Suspension, responsible for 0.6% of failures. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs range from £200–500. Motorcycle structure and attachments is the second most common issue at 0.4%. Motorcycle lamps and reflectors follows at 0.2%.
Top failures specific to 1990 models only. The overall Virago page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 0.6% | 3 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 0.4% | 2 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 0.2% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 24,292 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 0.25 | 0.6% | 3 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 0.17 | 0.4% | 2 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 0.08 | 0.2% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 1990 Yamaha Virago has an MOT pass rate of 76.5% based on 490 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 24,292 miles on the odometer. With a 23.5% failure rate, the 1990 Virago is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 1990 Yamaha Virago, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to suspension: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks. With relatively low average mileage of 24,292 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.
Suspension — 0.6% of failures
Suspension issues account for 0.6% of MOT failures on 1990 Yamaha Virago models. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Motorcycle structure and attachments — 0.4% of failures
Motorcycle structure and attachments issues account for 0.4% of MOT failures on 1990 Yamaha Virago models. Motorcycle structure and attachments issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors — 0.2% of failures
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors issues account for 0.2% of MOT failures on 1990 Yamaha Virago models. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.