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N588 NEG

1995 Yamaha Virago

Black Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

29,442 mi
Last recorded29,442 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2025
Typical for 1995 Yamaha Virago16,500 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN588 NEG
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2025 29,442 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear Motorcycle structure is modified but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Subframe (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2023 29,311 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2021 28,584 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2021 28,584 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 May 2016 28,561 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 28,114 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 7 May 2014 25,463 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 20,415 miles

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

Fail 3 Jun 2013 20,405 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 6 Jun 2012 18,237 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 18,211 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 18,205 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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N588 NEG is a 1995 Yamaha Virago in Black with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1995 Yamaha Virago models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 16,500 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 N588 NEG, 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 31 years old, this Yamaha Virago is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N588 NEG registered?

N588 NEG is a 1995 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 12 October 1995.

Is N588 NEG safe to buy?

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