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P28 OGK

1996 Yamaha Virago

Maroon Petrol 1063cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

55,638 mi
Last recorded55,638 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2017
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Virago14,844 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP28 OGK
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1996
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,063cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2017 55,638 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2017 55,638 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Pass 9 Sep 2015 55,502 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 54,889 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 53,175 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 52,076 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2012 52,076 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Sep 2011 50,670 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 49,372 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 47,511 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 45,401 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 43,729 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 41,942 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 41,780 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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P28 OGK is a 1996 Yamaha Virago in Maroon with a 1,063cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 P28 OGK, 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 P28 OGK registered?

P28 OGK is a 1996 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 15 August 1996.

Is P28 OGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for P28 OGK shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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