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N495 DHE

1996 Yamaha Virago

Blue Petrol 1063cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

19,641 mi
Last recorded19,641 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2014
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Virago14,844 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN495 DHE
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,063cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2014 19,641 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 1 Aug 2013 19,544 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 19,362 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 19,006 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2011 18,997 miles

Brake linkage has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Steering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 23 Jul 2010 17,822 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2010 17,809 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear brake lever travel impaired by footrest

Fail 15 Jul 2010 17,797 miles

Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

rear brake lever travel impaired by footrest

Pass 6 Aug 2009 15,626 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 14,971 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2009 14,971 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 8 Jan 2008 13,874 miles

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

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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N495 DHE is a 1996 Yamaha Virago in Blue with a 1,063cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 N495 DHE, 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 N495 DHE registered?

N495 DHE is a 1996 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 1 May 1996.

Is N495 DHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for N495 DHE shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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