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P257 WHG

1997 Yamaha Virago

Red Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

17,757 mi
Last recorded17,757 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Virago13,279 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP257 WHG
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 17,757 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2026 17,755 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Central Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Jun 2025 17,067 miles
Fail 16 May 2025 17,064 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Nearside Front Direction indicator missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Jul 2023 16,824 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 16,378 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2022 16,378 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Jan 2021 16,368 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 Jul 2013 15,007 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 14,532 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 12,007 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 8,314 miles
Fail 24 May 2007 8,314 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Rear Registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

Pass 20 May 2006 5,654 miles
Fail 19 May 2006 5,654 miles

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

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

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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P257 WHG is a 1997 Yamaha Virago in Red with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 P257 WHG, 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 P257 WHG registered?

P257 WHG is a 1997 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 1 February 1997.

Is P257 WHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P257 WHG shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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