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N632 JHG

1996 Yamaha Virago

Black Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

13,053 mi
Last recorded13,053 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2022
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Virago14,844 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN632 JHG
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2022 13,053 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 1 Jul 2022 13,011 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working rear pedal (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Apr 2021 11,737 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 11,487 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 11,092 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 9,889 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2013 9,876 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 1 Sep 2013 9,876 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 9,692 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2012 9,742 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2011 9,579 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2010 9,354 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2010 9,344 miles

Front Brake component is excessively corroded (3.1.5)

Corrosion is front pad.

Pass 12 Feb 2009 9,012 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2008 8,826 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 8,387 miles
Fail 26 May 2006 8,387 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2005 7,950 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2005 7,950 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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N632 JHG is a 1996 Yamaha Virago in Black with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 N632 JHG, 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 N632 JHG registered?

N632 JHG is a 1996 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 10 May 1996.

Is N632 JHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for N632 JHG shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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