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P199 ESO

1997 Yamaha Virago

Black Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2021
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

24,823 mi
Last recorded24,823 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2020
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Virago13,279 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP199 ESO
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2020 24,823 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 11 Nov 2020 24,823 miles

Headlamp lens seriously defective Lens is loose, unable to check aim. (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Direction indicator likely to become detached both (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements needs to be yellow with black characters. (0.1 (d))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2019 24,415 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2019 24,409 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Oct 2017 20,093 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 1,775 miles

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 27 Jul 2011 17,615 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 16,972 miles

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 23 Jun 2007 16,303 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 17 Jun 2006 15,882 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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P199 ESO is a 1997 Yamaha Virago in Black with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P199 ESO, 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 P199 ESO registered?

P199 ESO is a 1997 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 19 June 1997.

Is P199 ESO safe to buy?

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