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P212 BPL

1996 Yamaha Virago

Red Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

37,494 mi
Last recorded37,494 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2016
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Virago14,844 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP212 BPL
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2016 37,494 miles

slight leak on nearside fork seal

Pass 2 May 2015 36,788 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 24 Apr 2015 36,788 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.2c)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 29 Mar 2014 36,394 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 6 Mar 2013 34,785 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 12 Mar 2012 32,950 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 28,030 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 21,274 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 13,594 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 8,513 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Dec 2006 3,101 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 2,913 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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P212 BPL is a 1996 Yamaha Virago in Red with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 P212 BPL, 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 P212 BPL registered?

P212 BPL is a 1996 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is P212 BPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P212 BPL shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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