MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
39,071 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Engine has a slight oil leak.
Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))
Front brake pads look corroded in the calipers.
Front tyre old and starting to perish.
Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Swinging arm (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Swinging arm (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Swingarm (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)
Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)
read footrest seized in up position
rear mudguard rusted
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Fuel cap mounting flange/sealing method defective (7.2.2c)
read footrest seized in up position
rear mudguard rusted
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
master cylinder banjo washer slightly corroded
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
throttle return stiff , rear base gasket starting to leak slightly.
How Reliable is the Yamaha Virago?
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N121 MBJ is a 1996 Yamaha Virago in Black with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.
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 N121 MBJ, 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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N121 MBJ is a 1996 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 18 May 1996.
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