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P685 WJR

1996 Yamaha Virago

Black Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

26,137 mi
Last recorded26,137 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Virago14,844 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP685 WJR
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 26,137 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 15 Jul 2026 26,137 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 27 Jun 2025 25,272 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 18 Jun 2025 25,218 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

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

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Aug 2024 24,752 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced some corrosion under rear swinging arm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Apr 2023 24,571 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2023 24,548 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre box (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2021 24,468 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 24,112 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Fail 22 May 2018 24,112 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2017 23,793 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Apr 2016 16,547 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 13,901 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2014 13,481 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 27 Sep 2012 12,887 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 11,709 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 10,939 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 10,880 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 10,525 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 10,111 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 9,845 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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P685 WJR is a 1996 Yamaha Virago in Black with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 P685 WJR, 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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P685 WJR is a 1996 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 7 October 1996.

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