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N249 MGV

1996 Yamaha Virago

Blue Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

20,055 mi
Last recorded20,055 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Virago14,844 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN249 MGV
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 20,055 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2026 20,055 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 26 Sep 2024 19,976 miles
Pass 20 May 2023 19,932 miles
Pass 7 May 2022 18,158 miles
Pass 11 May 2021 16,432 miles
Fail 11 May 2021 16,432 miles

Central Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 May 2020 13,871 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 13,191 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2018 12,223 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 11,716 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 10,443 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 7,915 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 7,905 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 7,843 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 27 May 2009 7,709 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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N249 MGV is a 1996 Yamaha Virago in Blue with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 N249 MGV, 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 N249 MGV registered?

N249 MGV is a 1996 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N249 MGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N249 MGV shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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