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N56 AOM

1996 Yamaha Virago

Red Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

10,479 mi
Last recorded10,479 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2014
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Virago14,844 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN56 AOM
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2014 10,479 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 9,672 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 9,637 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 9,355 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 9,325 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 9,028 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2009 9,028 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 7 Apr 2008 8,800 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2007 8,489 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 8,316 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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N56 AOM is a 1996 Yamaha Virago in Red with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 N56 AOM, 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 N56 AOM registered?

N56 AOM is a 1996 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 20 May 1996.

Is N56 AOM safe to buy?

The MOT history for N56 AOM shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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