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P310 WAX

1997 Yamaha Virago

Black Petrol 1063cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

17,589 mi
Last recorded17,589 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2023
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Virago13,279 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP310 WAX
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,063cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2023 17,589 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 8 Apr 2022 13,990 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 8 Apr 2022 13,990 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Apr 2021 9,923 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 9,826 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 9,528 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2016 9,384 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2015 9,278 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2014 8,957 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2014 8,957 miles

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 1 May 2013 8,582 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 8,104 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 7,990 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 7,582 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 7,023 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2006 6,805 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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P310 WAX is a 1997 Yamaha Virago in Black with a 1,063cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P310 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 P310 WAX registered?

P310 WAX is a 1997 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 26 March 1997.

Is P310 WAX safe to buy?

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