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N276 VWN

1996 Yamaha Virago

Blue Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jul 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

10,642 mi
Last recorded10,642 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2025
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Virago14,844 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN276 VWN
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2025 10,642 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2024 10,429 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 10,419 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2022 10,195 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2021 10,025 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2020 9,605 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 9,172 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 8,839 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 7,576 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 6,644 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 5,614 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 5,099 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 5,093 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2012 5,087 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 5 Jul 2012 5,087 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 5,041 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 4,912 miles

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

Fail 10 Jul 2009 4,862 miles

Rear All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 10 Jul 2009 4,862 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 4,819 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 4,788 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 4,622 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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N276 VWN is a 1996 Yamaha Virago in Blue with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 N276 VWN, 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 N276 VWN registered?

N276 VWN is a 1996 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 18 May 1996.

Is N276 VWN safe to buy?

The MOT history for N276 VWN shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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