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N226 SJT

1996 Yamaha Virago

Silver Petrol 1063cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2023
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

35,407 mi
Last recorded35,407 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2022
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Virago14,844 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN226 SJT
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,063cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2022 35,407 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2021 35,325 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 35,193 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 31 Aug 2018 35,121 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 8 Sep 2017 35,006 miles

1/ front brakes becoming worn

Pass 10 Aug 2016 34,396 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Mar 2015 31,750 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2008 30,771 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2007 29,360 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2007 29,360 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2006 7,481 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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N226 SJT is a 1996 Yamaha Virago in Silver with a 1,063cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 N226 SJT, 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 N226 SJT registered?

N226 SJT is a 1996 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 26 January 1996.

Is N226 SJT safe to buy?

The MOT history for N226 SJT shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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