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P180 BSS

1996 Yamaha Virago

Red Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

21,065 mi
Last recorded21,065 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Virago14,844 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP180 BSS
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 21,065 miles

main beam warning light not working

Fail 16 Jun 2026 21,065 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

main beam warning light not working

Pass 28 Apr 2025 20,185 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2023 20,174 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 20,168 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2021 20,168 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Oct 2019 20,165 miles

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2014 20,123 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 19,903 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2011 18,748 miles

headlamp flash not working

Fail 14 Oct 2011 18,748 miles

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Nearside Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

headlamp flash not working

Pass 30 Sep 2010 18,572 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 17,748 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2009 17,748 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 25 Sep 2008 16,680 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 15,445 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2006 13,238 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2005 11,576 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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P180 BSS 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 77.8%.

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 P180 BSS, 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 P180 BSS registered?

P180 BSS is a 1996 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 19 November 1996.

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