MOT Status
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23,312 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))
Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))
Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Centre Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Offside Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)
Offside Rear Upper Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)
Centre Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)
Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)
Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Front Lower Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Front Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
How Reliable is the Yamaha Virago?
Based on 18,852 MOT tests across 1,770 vehicles.
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P490 PGP is a 1996 Yamaha Virago in Red with a 535cc 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 P490 PGP, 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 P490 PGP registered?
P490 PGP is a 1996 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 5 August 1996.
Is P490 PGP safe to buy?
The MOT history for P490 PGP shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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