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P318 GUX

1997 Yamaha Virago

Orange Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2020
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

20,141 mi
Last recorded20,141 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2019
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Virago13,279 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP318 GUX
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1997
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2019 20,141 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2018 20,141 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 20,137 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 22 Sep 2016 20,019 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2015 19,914 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 19,637 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2013 19,423 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2012 19,336 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 23 Jul 2011 19,329 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2009 19,236 miles

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

Fail 29 Jun 2009 19,236 miles

Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

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

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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P318 GUX is a 1997 Yamaha Virago in Orange with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 P318 GUX, 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 P318 GUX registered?

P318 GUX is a 1997 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 20 May 1997.

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