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P749 YPG

1996 Yamaha Virago

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,120 mi
Last recorded13,120 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Virago14,844 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP749 YPG
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 9 Oct 2025 13,120 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2024 13,097 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2023 13,083 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 13,071 miles

Rear Tyre has slight perishing to both sidewalls

Pass 25 Oct 2021 13,010 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2019 13,006 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 12,936 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 12,927 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 12,865 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 12,605 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 12,348 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 12,344 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 12,167 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 12,059 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 11,850 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 11,534 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 9,463 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 7,127 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 4,879 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2005

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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P749 YPG is a 1996 Yamaha Virago in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P749 YPG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P749 YPG registered?

P749 YPG is a 1996 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 9 August 1996.

Is P749 YPG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P749 YPG shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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