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N871 GOT

1996 Yamaha Virago

Red Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

44,131 mi
Last recorded44,131 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2009
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Virago14,844 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN871 GOT
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2009 44,131 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 40,935 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 39,600 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2006 39,593 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

fuel cap seal slightly perished

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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N871 GOT is a 1996 Yamaha Virago in Red with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 N871 GOT, 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 N871 GOT registered?

N871 GOT is a 1996 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 19 April 1996.

Is N871 GOT safe to buy?

The MOT history for N871 GOT shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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