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J811 SWL

1997 Yamaha Virago

Grey Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2025
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

21,077 mi
Last recorded21,077 miles
Recorded on3 May 2024
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Virago13,279 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ811 SWL
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 May 2024 21,077 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2023 20,874 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 20,743 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2019 20,723 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 19,876 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 19,127 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 18,908 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 18,169 miles

front tyre wearing uneavenly,rear tyre low on tread and starting to perish.

Fail 27 Mar 2014 14,233 miles

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)

Pass 27 Mar 2014 14,233 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 13,072 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2008 11,304 miles

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Pass 11 Sep 2008 11,304 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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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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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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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