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N241 JLA

1996 Yamaha Virago

Red Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2017
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

13,104 mi
Last recorded13,104 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2016
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Virago14,844 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN241 JLA
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2016 13,104 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Oil leak ()

Pass 30 May 2015 12,368 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 11,610 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2008 10,246 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2008 10,231 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Pass 10 Jul 2006 9,643 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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N241 JLA is a 1996 Yamaha Virago in Red with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 N241 JLA, 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 N241 JLA registered?

N241 JLA is a 1996 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 20 May 1996.

Is N241 JLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for N241 JLA shows 6 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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