MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
21,077 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
front tyre wearing uneavenly,rear tyre low on tread and starting to perish.
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)
Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)
How Reliable is the Yamaha Virago?
Based on 18,852 MOT tests across 1,770 vehicles.
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J811 SWL is a 1997 Yamaha Virago in Grey with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.
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 J811 SWL, 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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How do I check the history of J811 SWL?
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What year was J811 SWL registered?
J811 SWL is a 1997 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 17 July 1997.
Is J811 SWL safe to buy?
The MOT history for J811 SWL shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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