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E897 XUA

1996 Yamaha Virago

Black Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2012
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

21,041 mi
Last recorded21,041 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2011
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Virago14,844 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE897 XUA
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2011 21,041 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Pass 16 Aug 2010 20,567 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 20,402 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2006 20,402 miles

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

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

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

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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E897 XUA is a 1996 Yamaha Virago in Black with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 E897 XUA, 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.

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What year was E897 XUA registered?

E897 XUA is a 1996 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 7 June 1996.

Is E897 XUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for E897 XUA 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.

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