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P158 EOL

1996 Yamaha Virago

Red Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,299 mi
Last recorded7,299 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Virago14,844 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP158 EOL
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 9 Apr 2026 7,299 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 Apr 2025 7,289 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2024 7,172 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 7,055 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2022 6,526 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2021 5,802 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2020 4,782 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 46,775 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 46,453 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 45,602 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2013 45,418 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 45,317 miles

number plate is undersize but can be read from 15 metres

Pass 14 Apr 2011 44,580 miles

front tyre has hair line cracks in tread and walls

Pass 10 Apr 2010 43,715 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 41,756 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 38,107 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 27 Apr 2007 34,363 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 28,670 miles

rear number plate has a chrome surround makeing the full size plate look smaller.

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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P158 EOL is a 1996 Yamaha Virago in Red with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 P158 EOL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P158 EOL registered?

P158 EOL is a 1996 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P158 EOL safe to buy?

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