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N533 NUB

1996 Yamaha Virago

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

25,188 mi
Last recorded25,188 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Virago14,844 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN533 NUB
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 18 Jul 2025 25,188 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 24,794 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 24,477 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 24,302 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 23,346 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 22,666 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 21,433 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 20,187 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2013 18,285 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 17,444 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2010 16,335 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 15,425 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 13,627 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 11,136 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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N533 NUB is a 1996 Yamaha Virago in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 N533 NUB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N533 NUB registered?

N533 NUB is a 1996 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 6 July 1996.

Is N533 NUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for N533 NUB shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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