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R459 LFX

1996 Yamaha Virago

Black Petrol 1063cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

19,378 mi
Last recorded19,378 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Virago14,844 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR459 LFX
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,063cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 19,378 miles

Front Tyre perishing

Pass 25 Jun 2025 16,246 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 11,955 miles
Pass 23 May 2023 11,907 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2022 11,886 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Oct 2020 11,867 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Jun 2019 11,845 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jun 2018 11,405 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit centre tread on 2mm size = 140/90x15 (70H) (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Jun 2017 10,895 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 10,483 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2016 10,483 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 8 Jun 2015 9,371 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 8,337 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 7,676 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 7,533 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 7,512 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 7,440 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 7,018 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2008 7,018 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 27 Jul 2007 6,753 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 6,300 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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R459 LFX is a 1996 Yamaha Virago in Black with a 1,063cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 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 R459 LFX, 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 R459 LFX registered?

R459 LFX is a 1996 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is R459 LFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R459 LFX shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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