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N959 JPW

1996 Yamaha Virago

Red Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2024
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

11,768 mi
Last recorded11,768 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2023
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Virago14,844 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN959 JPW
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 5 Dec 2023 11,768 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 11,757 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 11,116 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 8,379 miles

rear plastic mudguard broken

Pass 2 Aug 2014 7,953 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 7,900 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 7,869 miles

small crack around reflector on rear mudguard

Pass 18 Jun 2011 7,806 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 7,767 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 7,703 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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N959 JPW is a 1996 Yamaha Virago in Red with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 N959 JPW, 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 N959 JPW registered?

N959 JPW is a 1996 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 1 March 1996.

Is N959 JPW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N959 JPW shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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