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P815 HWA

1996 Yamaha Virago

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

10,915 mi
Last recorded10,915 miles
Recorded on12 May 2017
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Virago14,844 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP815 HWA
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2017 10,915 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 10,801 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 10,750 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2013 10,345 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 10,074 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 9,670 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2010 9,161 miles

Rear Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 12 Apr 2010 9,161 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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P815 HWA is a 1996 Yamaha Virago in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 P815 HWA, 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 P815 HWA registered?

P815 HWA is a 1996 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 21 August 1996.

Is P815 HWA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P815 HWA shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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