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N906 PUV

1996 Yamaha Virago

Blue Petrol 1063cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2025
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

28,787 mi
Last recorded28,787 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2024
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Virago14,844 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN906 PUV
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,063cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2024 28,787 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Jul 2023 27,226 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2016 27,170 miles

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

Fail 30 Apr 2016 27,166 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 11 Apr 2015 26,490 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 25,260 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2013 24,016 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 23,193 miles

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

Rear No plate

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

Pass 20 May 2008 21,417 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 20,314 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 17,671 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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N906 PUV is a 1996 Yamaha Virago in Blue with a 1,063cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 N906 PUV, 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 N906 PUV registered?

N906 PUV is a 1996 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 1 June 1996.

Is N906 PUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N906 PUV shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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