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P646 VCD

1996 Yamaha Virago

Red Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

24,155 mi
Last recorded24,155 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Virago14,844 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP646 VCD
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 24,155 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2025 24,072 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Jul 2023 21,033 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Jul 2022 19,879 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2021 18,343 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 17,793 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 17,616 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2016 17,323 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 17,211 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Jun 2015 16,370 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 26 Jun 2014 14,185 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 14,183 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 14,179 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 14,172 miles

Centre Rear Lower Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 17 Aug 2010 14,148 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 14,127 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 14,109 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 14,091 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 14,026 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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P646 VCD is a 1996 Yamaha Virago in Red with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 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 P646 VCD, 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 P646 VCD registered?

P646 VCD is a 1996 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 25 November 1996.

Is P646 VCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P646 VCD shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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