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P329 OLE

1997 Yamaha Virago

Black Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

10,213 mi
Last recorded10,213 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2022
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Virago13,279 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP329 OLE
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2022 10,213 miles

Front tyre perished

Rear tyre perished

Pass 7 Jun 2019 10,041 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 9,894 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 9,888 miles

aftermarket mirrors fitted

blue tint bulb fitted to headlight

free play at gearchange lever

main beam tell tale inoperative

Fail 3 Aug 2016 9,874 miles

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (1.6.B.1)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

aftermarket mirrors fitted

free play at gearchange lever

main beam tell tale inoperative

Pass 31 Aug 2015 9,768 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 9,555 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 34,412 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2012 33,460 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 4 Sep 2012 33,460 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 30,928 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 29,888 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 29,299 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 27,624 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 24,584 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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P329 OLE is a 1997 Yamaha Virago in Black with a 535cc 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 P329 OLE, 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 P329 OLE registered?

P329 OLE is a 1997 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 8 May 1997.

Is P329 OLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P329 OLE shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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