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P289 WAX

1997 Yamaha Virago

Black Petrol 1063cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

23,031 mi
Last recorded23,031 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Virago13,279 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP289 WAX
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,063cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 23,031 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2024 22,920 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2023 22,743 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2022 21,555 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Dec 2021 19,649 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2020 18,460 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre section (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front handlebar rubber mount worn

Nearside side panel not secure

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside side panel not secure

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

Pass 11 Jun 2019 17,010 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Feb 2018 15,942 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 15,204 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Fail 23 Sep 2016 15,204 miles

Registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 9 May 2011 14,754 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 14,573 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 13,919 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 15 Jun 2006 13,017 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Fail 6 Jun 2006 12,807 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

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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P289 WAX is a 1997 Yamaha Virago in Black with a 1,063cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 P289 WAX, 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 P289 WAX registered?

P289 WAX is a 1997 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 25 February 1997.

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