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N344 BLV

1996 Yamaha Virago

Red Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2024
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

36,541 mi
Last recorded36,541 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2023
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Virago14,844 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN344 BLV
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2023 36,541 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2018 36,433 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2017 36,424 miles

Front low on pressure

Pass 15 Aug 2016 36,419 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 36,398 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 36,586 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 36,366 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 36,288 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 36,280 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Fail 28 Mar 2012 36,280 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 18 Apr 2009 34,545 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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N344 BLV is a 1996 Yamaha Virago in Red with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 N344 BLV, 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 N344 BLV registered?

N344 BLV is a 1996 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 13 February 1996.

Is N344 BLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N344 BLV shows 11 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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