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P332 OLF

1997 Yamaha Virago

Red Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

25,339 mi
Last recorded25,339 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Virago13,279 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP332 OLF
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2025 25,339 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2024 21,681 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2023 20,459 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2022 19,598 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2021 17,567 miles

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

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

Pass 30 May 2020 14,483 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 13,144 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 12,874 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 12,872 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 12,867 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 12,835 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 17 Jul 2014 12,835 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Jun 2013 12,453 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 11,915 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 11,122 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 9,806 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2010 9,806 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 16 Jun 2006 9,745 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Lower Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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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P332 OLF is a 1997 Yamaha Virago in Red with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 P332 OLF, 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 P332 OLF registered?

P332 OLF is a 1997 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 25 March 1997.

Is P332 OLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P332 OLF shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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