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P220 UGD

1996 Yamaha Virago

Black Petrol 1063cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

12,911 mi
Last recorded12,911 miles
Recorded on8 May 2024
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Virago14,844 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP220 UGD
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,063cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 May 2024 12,911 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 8 May 2024 12,911 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim too high adjusted (4.1.2 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected Not self closing - adjusted (6.2.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Sep 2022 12,576 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 11,959 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 17 Sep 2021 11,959 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Central Front Headlamp aim too high Adjusted (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working New bulb fitted (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Sep 2020 11,258 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 10,797 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 9,853 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 9,292 miles
Fail 5 May 2017 9,292 miles

Rear position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Pass 19 Aug 2014 8,927 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 8,020 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Jul 2012 5,237 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 21 Jul 2012 5,237 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 30 Jul 2011 3,191 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Jul 2010 2,705 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 2,473 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 1,717 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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P220 UGD 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 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 P220 UGD, 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 P220 UGD registered?

P220 UGD is a 1996 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 18 October 1996.

Is P220 UGD safe to buy?

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