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P387 XBB

1996 Yamaha Virago

Gold Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2023
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

36,472 mi
Last recorded36,472 miles
Recorded on23 May 2022
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Virago14,844 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP387 XBB
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1996
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 May 2022 36,472 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Tank corroded under side

Fail 21 May 2022 36,472 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Tank corroded under side

Pass 31 Mar 2021 36,336 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2021 36,336 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 6 Aug 2013 36,122 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 35,973 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2012 35,963 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator deteriorated and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear suspension component excessively corroded. (2.4.A.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 May 2008 34,624 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 33,536 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2006 33,536 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

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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P387 XBB is a 1996 Yamaha Virago in Gold with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 P387 XBB, 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 P387 XBB registered?

P387 XBB is a 1996 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 17 October 1996.

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