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P201 MEH

1997 Yamaha Virago

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

17,269 mi
Last recorded17,269 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2015
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Virago13,279 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP201 MEH
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2015 17,269 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 10 Jun 2015 17,255 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Inner Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

front tyre worm uneven

Pass 31 May 2014 16,321 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2012 16,194 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 14,736 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 13,889 miles
Fail 18 May 2010 13,889 miles

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 18 Mar 2009 12,900 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 11,474 miles

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 8 Apr 2008 11,474 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 4 Aug 2006 10,784 miles

slight perishing of front offside tyre wall

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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P201 MEH is a 1997 Yamaha Virago in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 P201 MEH, 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 P201 MEH registered?

P201 MEH is a 1997 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 7 May 1997.

Is P201 MEH safe to buy?

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