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P23 HEO

1996 Yamaha Virago

Black Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

30,893 mi
Last recorded30,893 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Virago14,844 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP23 HEO
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 30,893 miles
Pass 20 May 2022 30,851 miles
Fail 20 May 2022 30,851 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Oct 2020 29,540 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2020 29,540 miles

Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Oct 2019 27,587 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2018 25,686 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2018 25,686 miles

Central Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Oct 2017 24,781 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 23,538 miles
Fail 6 May 2016 23,538 miles

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Pass 21 Jan 2015 22,937 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 21,826 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2012 21,671 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2011 21,397 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2007 21,340 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 20,840 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2006 20,839 miles

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

Centre Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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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P23 HEO is a 1996 Yamaha Virago in Black with a 535cc 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 P23 HEO, 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 P23 HEO registered?

P23 HEO is a 1996 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P23 HEO safe to buy?

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