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N291 KNK

1996 Yamaha Virago

Yellow Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

24,621 mi
Last recorded24,621 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2019
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Virago14,844 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN291 KNK
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1996
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2019 24,621 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 24,509 miles

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 17 Apr 2017 24,559 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 18 May 2015 23,101 miles
Fail 15 May 2015 23,100 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 12 May 2014 21,887 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 20,933 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 19,922 miles
Fail 11 May 2012 19,911 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 10 Nov 2010 16,385 miles

brake fluid at reservoir and caliper

front brake slightly binding

front tyre worn low

Pass 9 Feb 2009 12,796 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 10,151 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 23 Mar 2006 9,365 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

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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N291 KNK is a 1996 Yamaha Virago in Yellow with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 N291 KNK, 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 N291 KNK registered?

N291 KNK is a 1996 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 13 June 1996.

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