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P108 RWS

1996 Yamaha Virago

Black Petrol 1063cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2021
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

44,609 mi
Last recorded44,609 miles
Recorded on20 May 2020
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Virago14,844 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP108 RWS
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,063cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 May 2020 44,609 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 44,603 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 14 Jul 2017 44,603 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on side (1.1.3a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on side (1.1.3a)

Pass 16 Jun 2016 44,047 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Jun 2015 43,993 miles

Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 26 Jun 2014 43,694 miles

has slight change in engine speed on lock to lock

Fail 24 Jun 2014 43,694 miles

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

has slight change in engine speed on lock to lock

Pass 22 Apr 2013 43,562 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2013 43,562 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 5 May 2012 43,450 miles
Fail 5 May 2012 43,450 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 13 Apr 2011 42,508 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2011 42,508 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 6 May 2010 39,941 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2009 38,530 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 6 May 2008 35,002 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 30,548 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 26,624 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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P108 RWS is a 1996 Yamaha Virago in Black with a 1,063cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 P108 RWS, 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 P108 RWS registered?

P108 RWS is a 1996 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 16 October 1996.

Is P108 RWS safe to buy?

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