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G6 NVC

1997 Yamaha Virago

Blue Petrol 1063cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

14,393 mi
Last recorded14,393 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Virago13,279 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG6 NVC
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,063cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 14,393 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2025 14,066 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2025 14,065 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Apr 2025 14,048 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2025 14,048 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Apr 2024 14,043 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 May 2023 14,033 miles
Pass 14 May 2022 14,028 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2021 14,013 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2020 14,003 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2019 13,800 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 13,371 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 13,176 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 12,863 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 12,799 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 12,797 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 12,794 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 12,793 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 12,727 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 28 May 2010 12,706 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 18 Jun 2009 12,702 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 16 Jul 2007 10,855 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 10,850 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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G6 NVC is a 1997 Yamaha Virago in Blue with a 1,063cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 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 G6 NVC, 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 G6 NVC registered?

G6 NVC is a 1997 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is G6 NVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for G6 NVC shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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