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N239 FRH

1996 Yamaha Virago

Black Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

24,875 mi
Last recorded24,875 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Virago14,844 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN239 FRH
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2025 24,875 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2024 24,482 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2018 24,466 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2017 24,402 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 28 Oct 2016 24,231 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 22 May 2015 23,337 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 24 May 2014 22,413 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 14 May 2013 21,130 miles
Fail 14 May 2013 21,130 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 15 May 2012 20,325 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 19,728 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 19,723 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2010 19,719 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 12 Mar 2009 19,632 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 19,196 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 14,608 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2007 14,608 miles

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 28 Mar 2006 12,319 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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N239 FRH is a 1996 Yamaha Virago in Black with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 N239 FRH, 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 N239 FRH registered?

N239 FRH is a 1996 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 6 January 1996.

Is N239 FRH safe to buy?

The MOT history for N239 FRH shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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