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B263 FHK

1996 Yamaha Virago

Red Petrol 700cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2026
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,647 mi
Last recorded17,647 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2025
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Virago14,844 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB263 FHK
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine700cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 4 Jul 2025 17,647 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2024 17,588 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2023 17,532 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 17,422 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 17,334 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 29,278 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 29,105 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 29,041 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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B263 FHK is a 1996 Yamaha Virago in Red with a 700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha Virago models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 14,844 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 B263 FHK, 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 30 years old, this Yamaha Virago is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of B263 FHK?

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What year was B263 FHK registered?

B263 FHK is a 1996 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 9 January 1996.

Is B263 FHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for B263 FHK shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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