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P207 OJA

1997 Yamaha Virago

Black Petrol 1063cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

24,926 mi
Last recorded24,926 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2016
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Virago13,279 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP207 OJA
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,063cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2016 24,926 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 24,831 miles

rear swinging arm slightly corroded

Pass 2 May 2014 20,920 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2012 20,910 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2012 20,879 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 30 Sep 2011 18,586 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 29 Sep 2011 18,573 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 17 Aug 2010 13,567 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Aug 2009 10,406 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 8,669 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Dec 2006 8,191 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 8,122 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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P207 OJA is a 1997 Yamaha Virago in Black with a 1,063cc 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 P207 OJA, 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 P207 OJA registered?

P207 OJA is a 1997 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 13 May 1997.

Is P207 OJA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P207 OJA shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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