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N377 UEW

1996 Yamaha Virago

Red Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2025
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

25,223 mi
Last recorded25,223 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2024
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Virago14,844 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN377 UEW
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2024 25,223 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Front tyre under pressure

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 6 Jun 2024 25,223 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Front tyre under pressure

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 Apr 2023 25,220 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2022 24,940 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 13 Apr 2021 24,005 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2020 23,491 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2018 23,456 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 23,295 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 23,247 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 23,089 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 22,891 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 22,883 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 22,721 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2012 22,721 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 15 Apr 2011 22,446 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 22,211 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 20,701 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2008 20,701 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 14 Sep 2007 19,219 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2007 19,219 miles

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 4 Sep 2006 16,928 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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N377 UEW is a 1996 Yamaha Virago in Red with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 N377 UEW, 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 N377 UEW registered?

N377 UEW is a 1996 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 1 March 1996.

Is N377 UEW safe to buy?

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