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N808 TTN

1996 Yamaha Virago

Red Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

27,913 mi
Last recorded27,913 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Virago14,844 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN808 TTN
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2025 27,913 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2024 27,844 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2023 27,835 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2022 27,817 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Jun 2021 27,418 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2020 26,235 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 25,841 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 25,128 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 25,119 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 25,080 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 24,758 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2014 23,668 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 16 Mar 2013 23,080 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 22,697 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 22,385 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2011 22,385 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 31 Oct 2009 21,985 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2008 21,383 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2007 20,665 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 19,675 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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N808 TTN is a 1996 Yamaha Virago in Red with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 N808 TTN, 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 N808 TTN registered?

N808 TTN is a 1996 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 22 June 1996.

Is N808 TTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for N808 TTN shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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