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M934 FGT

1997 Yamaha Virago

Blue Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

93,813 mi
Last recorded93,813 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2016
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Virago13,279 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM934 FGT
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2016 93,813 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 93,799 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2013 88,671 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 21 Jun 2013 88,671 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 9 Jun 2012 82,815 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 75,053 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 66,160 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 8 Jun 2009 57,840 miles
Fail 29 May 2009 57,467 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Pass 31 May 2008 49,127 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 2 Jun 2007 44,283 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 27 May 2006 37,855 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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M934 FGT is a 1997 Yamaha Virago in Blue with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 M934 FGT, 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 M934 FGT registered?

M934 FGT is a 1997 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 23 May 1997.

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