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N263 NMW

1996 Yamaha Virago

Red Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2012
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

25,285 mi
Last recorded25,285 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2011
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Virago14,844 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN263 NMW
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 19 Mar 2011 25,285 miles

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

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

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

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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N263 NMW is a 1996 Yamaha Virago in Red with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 N263 NMW, 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 N263 NMW registered?

N263 NMW is a 1996 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 6 June 1996.

Is N263 NMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N263 NMW shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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