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N989 TAA

1996 Yamaha Virago

Red Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2023
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

27,623 mi
Last recorded27,623 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2022
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Virago14,844 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN989 TAA
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2022 27,623 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 27,579 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2019 27,539 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2018 27,446 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2018 27,446 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Fail 1 Nov 2018 27,446 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Nov 2017 27,344 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2016 27,271 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2015 27,067 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 27,019 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 26,949 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 26,787 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2011 26,696 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2010 26,397 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 25,760 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 24,572 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2007 23,038 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 21,834 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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N989 TAA is a 1996 Yamaha Virago in Red with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 N989 TAA, 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 N989 TAA registered?

N989 TAA is a 1996 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 18 June 1996.

Is N989 TAA safe to buy?

The MOT history for N989 TAA shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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