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P653 TUS

1996 Yamaha Virago

Red Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

10,359 mi
Last recorded10,359 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Virago14,844 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP653 TUS
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 10,359 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2024 10,289 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2021 10,289 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 18 Dec 2019 10,288 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 23 May 2017 10,220 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 23 Jun 2016 9,919 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. Adjust at brake side only. (2.5.1)

Pass 15 Jun 2015 9,810 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 9,486 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2013 9,101 miles

drive chain worn

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 11 Jun 2013 9,101 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

drive chain worn

Pass 8 Jun 2012 8,455 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 20 Apr 2011 6,990 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 6,947 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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P653 TUS is a 1996 Yamaha Virago in Red with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 P653 TUS, 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 P653 TUS registered?

P653 TUS is a 1996 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 11 October 1996.

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