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P839 EOA

1996 Yamaha Virago

Red Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

28,976 mi
Last recorded28,976 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Virago14,844 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP839 EOA
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 28,976 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust blowing slightly from front pipe joint. (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 Aug 2023 28,820 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 28,687 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 28,123 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 28,120 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2009 28,120 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 18 Jun 2008 27,500 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 25,622 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2007 25,616 miles

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 23 Aug 2006 23,211 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2006 23,147 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 13 Jun 2006 23,147 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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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P839 EOA is a 1996 Yamaha Virago in Red with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P839 EOA, 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 P839 EOA registered?

P839 EOA is a 1996 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 23 September 1996.

Is P839 EOA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P839 EOA shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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