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R629 MJT

1996 Yamaha Virago

Black Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

30,878 mi
Last recorded30,878 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2023
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Virago14,844 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR629 MJT
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Fail 1 Aug 2023 30,878 miles

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated oil/ grease (1.1.13 (b))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake pivot worn, but not excessively (1.1.15 (b))

Pass 18 Jul 2020 30,867 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2019 30,855 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2018 30,845 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2017 30,775 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 29,630 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 29,455 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2014 29,287 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 28,588 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 27,844 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 26,982 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2010 25,480 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 24,220 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 22,341 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 19,716 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jun 2006 18,953 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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R629 MJT is a 1996 Yamaha Virago in Black with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 R629 MJT, 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 R629 MJT registered?

R629 MJT is a 1996 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 30 December 1996.

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The MOT history for R629 MJT shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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