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N121 MBJ

1996 Yamaha Virago

Black Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

39,071 mi
Last recorded39,071 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2023
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Virago14,844 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN121 MBJ
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2023 39,071 miles

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))

Pass 21 Sep 2022 38,790 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 38,092 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 36,937 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Swinging arm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2019 36,864 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Swingarm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2018 36,306 miles

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2017 35,017 miles

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)

Pass 15 Sep 2016 33,765 miles

read footrest seized in up position

rear mudguard rusted

Fail 2 Sep 2016 33,710 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2015 32,790 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 7 Jul 2015 32,790 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2013 30,777 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 16 Aug 2013 30,745 miles

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)

Pass 11 Nov 2011 29,246 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2010 27,446 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 27 Aug 2009 25,708 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 24,093 miles

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.

Pass 12 Jul 2007 22,095 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 19,095 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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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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