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D859 SNB

1997 Yamaha Virago

Blue Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

49,600 mi
Last recorded49,600 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2013
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Virago13,279 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD859 SNB
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2013 49,600 miles

Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Fail 6 Jul 2013 49,584 miles

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

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 1 May 2012 48,939 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 46,671 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 45,610 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 44,586 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 43,553 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2006 41,220 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2006 41,220 miles

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

front brake hose packed with washers

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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D859 SNB is a 1997 Yamaha Virago in Blue with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha Virago models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 13,279 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 D859 SNB, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha Virago is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was D859 SNB registered?

D859 SNB is a 1997 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 1 May 1997.

Is D859 SNB safe to buy?

The MOT history for D859 SNB shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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