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J297 NJR

1997 Yamaha Virago

Black Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2007
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,575 mi
Last recorded35,575 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2006
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Virago13,279 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ297 NJR
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 9 Oct 2006 35,575 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2005 25,471 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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J297 NJR is a 1997 Yamaha Virago in Black with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 J297 NJR, 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 J297 NJR registered?

J297 NJR is a 1997 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 1 October 1997.

Is J297 NJR safe to buy?

The MOT history for J297 NJR shows 2 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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