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P952 VCD

1996 Yamaha Virago

Blue Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2019
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,198 mi
Last recorded22,198 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2018
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Virago14,844 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP952 VCD
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 7 Jun 2018 22,198 miles

chrome. alloy. exhaust. starting to corrode

Pass 13 Jun 2017 20,828 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 2 Jun 2016 19,393 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 17,547 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 14,753 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 13,409 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 12,671 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 11,711 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 10,618 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2007 9,263 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 8,239 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2005 5,711 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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P952 VCD is a 1996 Yamaha Virago in Blue with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 P952 VCD, 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 P952 VCD registered?

P952 VCD is a 1996 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 7 October 1996.

Is P952 VCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P952 VCD shows 12 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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