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P717 KSG

1996 Yamaha Virago

Blue Petrol 1063cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

37,745 mi
Last recorded37,745 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2022
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Virago14,844 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP717 KSG
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,063cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2022 37,745 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 27 Sep 2022 37,745 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 31 Mar 2017 37,563 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 37,462 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 37,327 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 36,953 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 36,828 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 36,147 miles

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

rear foot rest pivots have slight play

Pass 17 Mar 2010 35,437 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 34,533 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2008 33,554 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2008 33,554 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 20 Mar 2007 32,539 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Mar 2006 30,510 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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P717 KSG is a 1996 Yamaha Virago in Blue with a 1,063cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 P717 KSG, 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 P717 KSG registered?

P717 KSG is a 1996 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 1 August 1996.

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