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N797 DPP

1995 Yamaha Virago

Red Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2022
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

20,657 mi
Last recorded20,657 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2021
Typical for 1995 Yamaha Virago16,500 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN797 DPP
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2021 20,657 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Nearside Front Lower Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened BOTH REAR DAMPERS (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 10 Jan 2020 19,933 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Oct 2018 18,967 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2018 18,967 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Oct 2017 18,286 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 13 Oct 2016 18,042 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 17,887 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2015 17,887 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2014 17,525 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2014 17,525 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 19 Sep 2013 17,322 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2013 17,322 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 18 Oct 2012 17,016 miles

Offside Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 May 2011 15,286 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 17 Sep 2007 13,520 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2006 10,968 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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N797 DPP is a 1995 Yamaha Virago in Red with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1995 Yamaha Virago models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 16,500 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 N797 DPP, 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 31 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 N797 DPP registered?

N797 DPP is a 1995 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 6 September 1995.

Is N797 DPP safe to buy?

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