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N243 NGK

1996 Yamaha Virago

Maroon Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

26,221 mi
Last recorded26,221 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2022
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Virago14,844 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN243 NGK
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1996
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2022 26,221 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Oct 2019 26,182 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 25,863 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 23,800 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 22,585 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 21,141 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 18,791 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2014 18,791 miles

Centre Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 3 Jul 2013 16,064 miles

The exhaust is corroded.

The front tyre is starting to perrish.

The rear tyre has 2mm of tread depth.

Pass 15 Jun 2012 15,053 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 14,974 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 14,866 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 14,750 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2008 14,399 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2005 14,397 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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N243 NGK is a 1996 Yamaha Virago in Maroon with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 N243 NGK, 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 N243 NGK registered?

N243 NGK is a 1996 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 20 June 1996.

Is N243 NGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for N243 NGK shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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