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P283 BSA

1996 Yamaha Virago

Red Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

31,844 mi
Last recorded31,844 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2025
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Virago14,844 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP283 BSA
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 29 Apr 2025 31,844 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 May 2024 31,115 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 May 2023 30,158 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 29,784 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2020 29,573 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 29,130 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 28,520 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 27,873 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 15 Jun 2016 27,423 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Jun 2015 27,078 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 9 Jun 2014 26,725 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 26,359 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 26,177 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2011 25,365 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Jul 2010 25,009 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 May 2009 24,514 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Apr 2008 23,928 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 22,771 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 21,557 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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P283 BSA is a 1996 Yamaha Virago in Red with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 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 P283 BSA, 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 P283 BSA registered?

P283 BSA is a 1996 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 1 October 1996.

Is P283 BSA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P283 BSA shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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